THE DATE BEHIND THE NAME

James IV of Scotland

King of Scotland from 1488 to 1513 (1473-1513)

James IV of Scotland was born on March 26, 1473 in Holyrood Abbey, United Kingdom and died on September 19, 1513, aged 40.

Born

March 26, 1473

James IV of Scotland died aged 40.

Died: September 19, 1513

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Original calendar: Julian. Displayed date is Gregorian.

Birthplace
Holyrood Abbey, United Kingdom
Professions
monarch, aristocrat, politician
Citizenship
Kingdom of Scotland

More about James IV of Scotland

Zodiac sign
Aries

Family

Child
Janet Stewart
Child
Alexander Stewart, Duke of Ross
Child
James V of Scotland
Father
James III of Scotland
Mother
Margaret of Denmark, Queen of Scotland
Spouse
Margaret Tudor
Sibling
James Stewart, Duke of Ross

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Questions people ask

How old was James IV of Scotland when they died?

James IV of Scotland died aged 40.

When is James IV of Scotland’s birthday?

James IV of Scotland’s recorded birthday is March 26.

Where was James IV of Scotland born?

James IV of Scotland was born in Holyrood Abbey, United Kingdom.

When did James IV of Scotland die?

James IV of Scotland died on September 19, 1513.