Archaeologist Dr Gavin MacGregor places Inverkeithing in it's ancient geological and geographical context, which contributed to it's extraordinary success through history as a Royal Burgh in the Kingdom of Fife. Medieval historian Dr Tom Turpie has extensive knowledge of early historical records, and shares his fascinating knowledge about the goods and ships trading in Inverkeithing. He elaborates on the perils of the high seas, explains the differences between pirates and privateers, and offers listeners pointers for further reading. 

Recorded in Scotland during the early months of the global Covid-19 pandemic, Gavin and Tom have sourced and identified resources for listeners, that are accessible freely, and digitally, anywhere. 

Inspired to find out more? Tom recommends the phenomenal resource, An Atlas of Scottish History to 1707, available online at Scotland's Places, https://scotlandsplaces.gov.uk/digital-volumes/published-gazetteers-and-atlases/atlas-scottish-history-1707#:~:text=An%20Atlas%20of%20Scottish%20History%20to%201707.%20An,resources%20to%20paint%20a%20picture%20of%20early%20Scotland. Full of maps, charts, and a wealth of reliable, intriguing information.