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Scotland's History Early Scotland
Early Scotland
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Alba
From early neolithic settlers a patchwork of warring Caledonian tribes emerged.
Resisting invasion from foreign forces such as the Romans and Vikings a new, united nation would emerge.
In the Kingdom of Alba modern Scotland has its origins. The Early Scotland chapter tells ths story of the creation of Alba and its fight for survival.
Our journey starts with Scotland's mysterious ancestors...
Begin at Skara Brae
Early Scotland
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Skara Brae
3,200 BC -
The Battle of Mons Graupius
84 AD -
Construction of the Antonine wall begins
142 AD -
The Gaelic Kingdom of Dál Riata emerges
200-550 AD -
Roman forces are evacuated from Britain
400 AD
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