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The 18th and 19th centuries saw the Clearances continue, the industrial revolution transformed the country and the spectacular intellectual achievements of the Enlightenment helped shape the modern world. Scots played a crucial part in the success of the British Empire and were affected by its decline as a consequence. Then in the 20th century Scots played their part with bravery and determination in two world wars.
In 1997 a referendum was held on the issue of devolution
for Scotland. In line with the wishes of the people of Scotland a devolved
Parliament was established in Edinburgh in 1999, the first in almost 300
years.
