6 May 1625: The death in Culross of industrialist Sir George Bruce of Carnock, best remembered for his innovative off-shore coal mining techniques which attracted the interest of King James VI.
Sir George Bruce of Carnock | Image: The National Trust for Scotland, Royal Burgh of Culross.
The death of Sir George Bruce of Carnock
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