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Is it Time to Repopulate the Scottish Highlands?

Is it Time to Repopulate the Scottish Highlands?

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Feb 04, 2025
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The Clearances

The Scottish Highlands were once a vibrant and bustling region but experienced a dramatic transformation during the 18th and 19th centuries due to the Highland Clearances. This period saw the forced eviction of thousands of tenants by landlords seeking to convert the land for more profitable sheep farming. The scars remain on the landscape…

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