Scotland History/English Influence Scottish history and English history are the same because they are so close. English influence first appeared in Scotland when Malcolm III (1005-1034) married Princess Margaret. She introduced several reforms to the Scottish Church and imported many English priests into Scotland. She also introduced the English language to Scotland during her life. The next major infiltration of English culture was when David I (1082-1153) became king. David I was also the …showed first 75 words of 578 total…

…showed last 75 words of 578 total…where Scotland is at today. Scotland Today Scotland is finally gained independence from England in 1998. This followed a series of small steps taken by the Scots in the 90s. In 1997, a victory of the Labour Party got the Scots back to thinking of independence once again. Later in that year, Scotland set up its own legislature for the first time since 1707. One year later, the Scots gained their independence and they are free once again.