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Rise of the Clans

Rise of the Clans

Description: Scotland's early history is a real-life `Game of Thrones': a bloody saga of warring clans, assassinations, feuds, love and betrayal. Neil Oliver steps back in time to reveal the story of the ancient clans, exploring the efforts of Robert the Bruce to attain the Scottish crown, the ascension of Clan Stewart to become Scotland's royal dynasty, and the treachery that led to the downfall of Mary, Queen of Scots. With insights from experts and dramatic recreations of key historical events, Neil investigates how the clans shaped Scotland into the country it is today.
Genre: History, War
Year Released: 2018
Number of seasons: 1
Number of episodes: 3
First episode air date: December 2, 2018
Cast: Neil Oliver
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