The only problem is that only the South Branch (sort of) flows north. The main course, if anything, heads south. I grew up in Eugene, OR, at the headwaters of the Willamette, which really does flow north. But I don't recall any of my high school chums telling me about the Willamette and the Nile.
How did Saint Margaret of Scotland die? Margaret died on November 16, 1093, at Edinburgh Castle, Scotland, four days after her husband and son died in defense of the castle. Edit
Trivia. 1  Mary Stuart of Scotland was born December 8, 1542, became Queen of Scotland at 6 days old, and died on February 8, 1587, at the age of 44. 2  Historically Mary was Queen of Scotland for 25 years. 3  Mary was arranged to marry Francis when she was a small child, and moved to France later that year for protection.