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(Created page with "== Origins == The Stewart family is a historic Scottish family, notable for its role in shaping the history of Scotland and later, the United Kingdom. The family's origins can be traced back to the 11th century, when the first known Stewart, Flaad, arrived in Scotland from Brittany. Flaad's descendants would later become High Stewards of Scotland, a position that led to the family's adoption of the name 'Stewart'. == High Stewards of Scotland == The S...") |
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The Stewart family's rise to prominence began with [[Walter Fitzalan|Walter]], the 3rd High Steward of Scotland, who played a crucial role in the [[Wars of Scottish Independence]]. Walter's grandson, [[Robert II of Scotland|Robert II]], ascended to the Scottish throne in 1371, marking the beginning of the Stewart dynasty. | The Stewart family's rise to prominence began with [[Walter Fitzalan|Walter]], the 3rd High Steward of Scotland, who played a crucial role in the [[Wars of Scottish Independence]]. Walter's grandson, [[Robert II of Scotland|Robert II]], ascended to the Scottish throne in 1371, marking the beginning of the Stewart dynasty. | ||
[[Image:Detail-146729.jpg|thumb|center|A depiction of the Stewart family coat of arms, featuring a shield with a chequered pattern and a crowned lion rampant.]] | |||
== Stewart Monarchs == | == Stewart Monarchs == | ||