The Battle of Stirling Bridge: Wallace's Masterstroke

In this episode of The Story of Scotland, Lucas and Luna revisit the dramatic events of September 1297, when William Wallace and Andrew Moray faced the English army at Stirling Bridge. They explore the tactical genius behind the Scots' victory, the narrow bridge that became a death trap for the English cavalry, and the brutal aftermath for the defeated. The conversation touches on Wallace's rise, his unlikely alliance with Moray, the legend of the Battle of Stirling Bridge, and the impact this victory had on Scotland's fight for independence. They also consider how Wallace's story has been shaped by later retellings, from Blind Harry's epic poem to the Hollywood film, and what we can truly know about the man behind the myth. This episode offers a fresh angle on a familiar battle, focusing on the strategy, the personalities, and the legacy of one of Scotland's most defining confrontations. #StirlingBridge #WilliamWallace #AndrewMoray #BattleOfStirling #ScotlandHistory #WarsOfIndependence #EdwardI #Cressingham #Surrey #Schiltron #Braveheart #BlindHarry #MedievalScotland #ScottishClans #13thCentury #History #FexingoHistory #ScotlandPodcast Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo