Davidian Revolution
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The Davidian Revolution is a name given by many scholars to the changes which took place in the Kingdom of Scotland during the reign of David I. These included his foundation of burghs, implementation
Steel engraving and enhancement of the obverse side of the Great Seal of David I, portraying David in the "European" fashion of the otherworldly maintainer of peace and defender of justice.
Duffus Castle, possibly begun by Freskin, one of David's most successful small scale military immigrants.
Silver penny of David I.
Burghs established in Scotland before the accession of David's successor and grandson, Máel Coluim IV; these were essentially Scotland-proper's first towns.
Kelso Abbey
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Kelso Abbey is a ruined Scottish abbey of monks in Kelso, Scotland. It was founded in the 12th century by a community of Tironensian monks first brought to Scotland in the reign of Alexander I. It occ
Kelso Abbey
The north transept of the west crossing, showing the north doorjamb and full gable flanked with massive columnar towers.
12th century bell found in a field near the Abbey
South face of the surviving West tower of Kelso Abbey (viewed from the south east).