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Departure of Mary Queen of Scots from France
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Departure of Mary Queen of Scots from France
Departure of Mary Queen of Scots from France -- she left Calais for Scotland on 14 August 1561, at the age of 18.
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Departure of Mary Queen of Scots from France: A poignant 19th-century engraving capturing the momentous departure of Mary, Queen of Scots, from Calais, France, on 14 August 1561. At the tender age of 18, Mary embarked on a perilous journey back to her homeland, Scotland, following years of exile in France. The engraving depicts a somber scene, with Mary, dressed in rich robes and holding a fan, standing on the deck of a ship. Surrounded by a sea of men, including her guards and musicians playing a guitar and mandolin, she appears both sad and unhappy, perhaps reflecting on the challenges that awaited her upon her return. A large, ornate rug or carpet adorns the deck, adding an air of grandeur to the scene. The ship's sails are billowing in the wind, indicating the vessel's readiness to set sail and begin the long voyage across the sea. This evocative image offers a glimpse into the life of one of Scotland's most famous monarchs, and the complex web of politics and personal struggles that defined her reign.
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