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Winner of inaugural Scottish History Network essay prize announced

The Scottish History Network School Essay Prize was launched earlier this year to promote the study of Scottish history and support the development of academic skills.

Aimed at those studying Higher or Advanced Higher History, the competition challenged students to answer one of five Scottish History questions, which were inspired by the five areas of study covered in the Scottish section of the Higher History exam:

1. To what extent did Robert the Bruce play a significant role in helping Scotland gain independence?

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