Sources
The poem is not based upon specific historic events, but has certain elements that occurred in Scottish history:
- In myth, King James V of Scotland was reputed to travel anonymously among his subjects.
- Several kings of Scotland quarrelled with the Douglas dynasty.
- Clan Alpine is an imaginary clan, but represents the Highland people and their power-struggle with the Scots monarchy.
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