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William Wallace

Sir William Wallace was a Scottish knight and landowner who became one of the main leaders during the Wars of Scottish Independence....

Timeline of Events

1297

9.11.1297

Battle of Stirling Bridge: Scots jointly-led by William Wallace and Andrew Moray defeat the English.

1305

8.5.1305

William Wallace, who led the Scottish resistance against England, is captured by the English near Glasgow and transported to London where he is put on trial and executed.

8.23.1305

William Wallace, Scottish patriot, is executed for high treason by Edward I of England.