A Scotsman in Buckingham

Welcome to my Blog. My name is Neil and I have been living in Buckinghan, UK since the 11th September 2020. I lived in the Armenia, Latvia and China. I am a teacher of Geography, Global Perspectives and English. I am married to Lena who is my soulmate and best friend.We also have a little boy, Robert. As you can tell from the Blog's name I am Scottish although I was born in London. My Blog will be for sharing my thoughts on anything that takes my fancy. Please feel free to comment.

Monday 25 December 2017

Today in History 25th December

Well Gentle readers. Its Christmas so now its time to loosen the belt of history as the Christmas dinner of time makes you feel all bloaty and full.

1066: William the Conquerer is crowned King of England.

1642: Sir Isaac Newton is born.

1950: Scottish Nationalists steal the Stone of Destiny from Westminster Abbey.

1954: Singer Annie Lennox is born in Aberdeen, Scotland.