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James Hepburn, 4th Earl of Bothwell
James Hepburn (1535 - 1578), 4th Earl of Bothwell, later third husband to Mary Queen of Scots. The marriage divided Scotland, and Bothwell was forced to flee the country to Scandinavia. He was eventually imprisoned in Denmark, where he died in chains in 1578. Date: 1466
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James Hepburn, 4th Earl of Bothwell (1535-1578): A Controversial Figure in Scottish History This striking portrait captures the enigmatic and controversial figure of James Hepburn, 4th Earl of Bothwell. Born in 1535, Hepburn rose to prominence in Scottish politics as a powerful nobleman and military leader. However, his most notable claim to infamy came in 1565 when he became the third husband of Mary, Queen of Scots. Their marriage was a source of great division and controversy within Scotland. Many believed that Mary had been coerced into the union, and rumors of her complicity in the mysterious disappearance of her second husband, Lord Darnley, fueled suspicions of Bothwell's involvement in his death. Following the marriage, Bothwell was forced to flee Scotland, seeking refuge in Scandinavia. He spent the remainder of his life in exile, eventually finding himself imprisoned in Denmark in 1577. There, he languished in chains until his death in 1578. Despite the controversy surrounding his marriage to Mary and the allegations of involvement in Lord Darnley's death, Bothwell's legacy remains a complex and intriguing chapter in Scottish history. This portrait, with its intense gaze and striking features, offers a glimpse into the enigmatic personality of a man who left an indelible mark on the political landscape of 16th-century Scotland.
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