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Margaret Tudor, Queen of Scots
by Sarah-Beth Watkins

This biography written in 2017, details the life of Margaret Tudor and the notable events in her life. It talks of the time she spent as Queen of Scotland and how she overcame many struggles. Margaret Tudor lived many lives and this book details each of them with great detail. It highlights her decisions as queen and in other political positions and their impact on both her life and her children's, specifically her son James. Margaret, though young, was head strong and determined to secure her son's royal birthright.

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From childhood I took great interest and love in music, like many of my siblings. I was bought many instruments as a child and continued my love for music throughout my life. Along with music, I also did embroidery stitching, as would many women did in the Middle Ages. This was common in my family and I learned the art as a child. As a member of royalty, I also would attend many social events and gatherings with lavish dresses and high class guests. I was involved in the politics of Scotland through out most of my life.  Though I was not the most knowledgeable on how to lead, I learned over years and became well versed in the rules of politics, despite the lies, deception, and cheating. As a member of royalty, I also would attend many social events and gatherings with lavish dresses and high class guests. I also took great interest in the Roman Catholic Church and remained an advocate for the Church up until my death.

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I attained a number of skills throughout my life as a leader and a royal. In my time, reading and writing was not a common skill people possessed, but I learned from a young age. I was also taught the skills of embroidery which I did throughout my life. After the death of my husband, James IV, I led as Regent in place of my son and developed many skills of politics and how to lead a country. I gained perseverance, dedication, and a hardworking lifestyle from my time as Queen of Scots. I held many titles in my lifetime and was successful in most. Though I am most known for my time as Queen of Scots, I also gained "certifications" as a mother to my children and ensured my son's royal birthright, and in advising my son in his rule and serving on his counsel. I am endorsed by many people both in my lifetime and after. During my lifetime, because of my strong Catholic faith, I was endorsed and supported by Pope Clement VII who allowed my annulment from my second husband for his infidelity and abuse. I am also endorsed current day by people, such as Sarah-Beth Watkins, who continue to research my life and spread my story.

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I was known as the Queen of Scotland and was a mother to six children including a son, James V. I was born in England and baptized at St. Margaret Church, but later I was married off to the king of our rival country, Scotland. My husband, King James IV, died a few years after our marriage, so Margaret ruled Scotland in place of my infant son. Later on I married the Archibald Douglas, earl of Angus. The rivalries between countries (ie. Scotland and England) grew tense and I sided against my then husband. I returned to Scotland, but was then exiled to my home country, England. But I cut ties with my second husband and got an annulment from the Church. After that, I went back to Scotland and married Henry Stewart, also known as Lord Methven. In Scotland, my husband and I worked hard advising my son, King James V, to lead Scotland. Later it was found that I was trading state secrets to my brother, the King of England, and I was exiled by my son. A few years later I died at Methven Castle.

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I was a faithful Catholic who honored fidelity in all of my marriages and was an outspoken defender of the Roman Catholic Church against the rise of Protestant beliefs. I lived the four-fold mission of the Church in many ways. I upheld Liturgia(Worship) and worshipped regularly and kept my faith strong and known to the public. I tried my best to serve the Church in every way and maintain Diakonia(Service), with donations and in my leadership I always had the vision of the Church in mind. I would continuously donate and advocate for the Church and my faith. I upheld Kerygma(Proclamation) by proclaiming my faith and was known for my strong Catholic standing. I was especially outspoken against my brother, Henry VIII, and his decision to create his own Church of England, abandoning the Catholic Church. In a time where religion was a strong debate with Catholics and Protestants in high turmoil, I remained faithful to my Lord and never renounced my faith. I tried immensely to maintain Koinonia(Community) and to bring together the Catholic community in my country and local places. In my life, I was married three times and most against my best interests. As a woman in Medieval Ages with wars on the verge of starting every second, I lived in fear of my life, the lives of my life, and the security of my son's throne. Living like this, faith becomes very important to oneself and survival.

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I have accomplished many things and had a number of jobs over the years. My occupation is officially classified as a politician. My most notable job was the time I spent serving as the Queen of Scotland. I have also served on a number of different regencies and courts in different countries. These leadership roles gave me numerous skills. I learned the inside workings of politics and how dangerous and dirty they can be. Though politics was never my strong suit and I was countlessly betrayed and cheated, I never lost touch with my people and knew how to stay in their favor. I learned how to fight and survive a corrupt world. I was also a caring mother, though many of my children were lost early, I tried my best to ensure my children's safety and prosperity.

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I was born at a time of flourishment and optimism in England. My education reflected the new ideas, arts, and politics of the English Court. From the moment I was born, everything I did, including my studies, was determined by my governess, Lady Guildford. Lady Guildford ensured I had a high level of education and the equivalent learning of my brothers. Though I was not a fan of school, for the time period I was highly educated. I learned to read and write and I loved music class the most.