Ten Minute English and British History #13 - The First Scottish War of Independence.

Twitter: Patreon: This episode covers the wake of Alexander III’s death and Scotland’s search for an heir. This led to Edward I of England’s intervention and after his dominance was rejected by the Scottish, Edward sought to conquer instead. William Wallace and later King Robert the Bruce were the leaders of the Scottish resistance which eventually saw England defeated and Scotland remain independent. Recommended books: A. Barrell,