Alexander Stewart (Archbishop of St Andrews)
- Alexander Stewart (Archbishop of St Andrews)
Alexander Stewart (c. 1490 – 1513 September 9) was an illegitimate son of King James IV of Scotland and the King's mistress Marion Boyd. His father had him appointed Archbishop of St Andrews at no more than 15 years of age. As a pupil of Erasmus of Rotterdam, he may nevertheless have had exceptional educational qualifications for the position despite his young age. Stewart was reportedly severely myopic, possibly from extensive study in poor conditions. Stewart held office as Lord Chancellor of Scotland from 1510 until his death. In 1511 he co-founded St Leonard's College in St Andrews, whose chapel still stands (minus its original tower). A gateway with his coat of arms above the arch survives in St Andrews.
He was killed along with his father at the Battle of Flodden Field.
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