Edward I and the Hammering of the Scots

In this episode, we explore how Edward I's ambition to subdue Scotland shaped both nations. We delve into the Great Cause of 1290-92, when Edward manipulated the succession dispute to assert overlordship over Scotland, leading to the rise of William Wallace and the Wars of Scottish Independence. We examine the Battle of Stirling Bridge in 1297, where Wallace's innovative tactics defeated a professional English army, and the brutal aftermath of Edward's victory at Falkirk in 1298. We also discuss the political maneuvering of John Balliol, the role of the Stone of Destiny, and the legacy of Edward's hammering, culminating in the ongoing struggle that would define Anglo-Scottish relations for centuries. #EdwardI #WilliamWallace #ScottishIndependence #StirlingBridge #Falkirk #JohnBalliol #StoneofDestiny #GreatCause #WarsOfScottishIndependence #MedievalScotland #MedievalEngland #Battles #Politics #History #FexingoHistory #Europe #KingsAndQueens #Revolt Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo