The Scottish queen who ruled from 1567 to 1587 and was executed by Queen Elizabeth I of England was Mary, Queen of Scots.
Mary, Queen of Scots, was born on December 8, 1542, and she became the Queen of Scotland at just six days old, following the death of her father, James V of Scotland. Due to her young age, a regency was established to govern Scotland until she came of age.
Mary faced numerous challenges during her tumultuous reign, including political and religious conflicts. Her claim to the English throne through her Tudor ancestry also made her a significant rival to Queen Elizabeth I of England.
In 1567, Mary was forced to abdicate the Scottish throne in favor of her infant son, James VI, and she sought refuge in England. However, her presence in England became a source of concern for Queen Elizabeth I and her advisors, leading to her imprisonment and eventual execution.
Mary, Queen of Scots, was executed on February 8, 1587, at Fotheringhay Castle in Northamptonshire, England, after being found guilty of plotting against Queen Elizabeth I. Her execution marked the end of her turbulent life and reign, and she remains a fascinating and tragic figure in history.