Episode 1 of 4
Arrival and Early Arrangements
- When
- July 1822
- Where
- Edinburgh
Edinburgh prepared for the King's visit following a July notice. Scott organized a pageant to improve the King's public image, persuading him to wear Highland dress.
In July 1822, the Lord Provost received a letter announcing the visit, causing a rush to arrange events. Scott invented a splendid pageant to portray the King as a dignified monarch. He persuaded George to wear the 'Garb of Old Gaul', resulting in an order for tartan outfitting from George Hunter & Co.
Sources
- Visit of George IV to Scotland Wikipedia, revision of 2026-06-18
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