James V

noun

James V15121542MScottishPOLITICS: hereditary ruler 1512–42, king of Scotland (1513–42), son of James IV

Toilsome indeed must the path have been to trace when the wandering James V. came hither in pursuit of game.

Opposite is the Palace of James V., its front still embossed with the remains of rich carvings and uncouth sculpture.

Johnnie was summoned to appear before James V. when that monarch made a Border tour in 1539 to administer justice.

What it was in the days of James V. of Scotland, (who once lodged a night in the mansion-house,) it continues to be.

There is no authority for attributing the present song to James V., except ancient and universal tradition.

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