Lindsay is also noted for a retort, made to the famous hotspur.
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hotspur, for instance, is called Earl Percy, a title he never enjoyed; neither was Douglas buried on the field of battle, but in Melrose Abbey, where his tomb is still shown.
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Douglas penetrated as far as Newcastle, where the renowned hotspur lay in garrison.
"Minstrelsy of the Scottish border (3rd ed) (1 of 3)"
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