Scotland's History Union and Jacobites General Wade fortifies the Highlands
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General George Wade is appointed Commander–in–Chief of British forces in Scotland and begins building roads and forts to fortify the Highlands against further Jacobite risings. Video: A history of Scotland: Let's Pretend.
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