Scottish Wars of Independence
Scottish Wars of Independence Links
- Piers Gaveston Biographical sketch of Edward II's longtime companion.
- John Graham, Viscount Dundee From the personal site of a Clan Graham member. History of the Battle of Killiecrankie and biography of "Bonnie Dundee." Includes a portrait and a "sound bite" to the Sir Walter Scott's "Bonnets of Bonnie Dundee."
- Culloden - The Jacobites Detailed information on the Jacobite Uprising, with links to other sites for biographical and other data.
- Scotland's Past - The Act of Union Essay summarizing the political situation in Scotland and England before and after the Act of Union, 1707.
- Andrew De Moray Essay on de Moray and his involvement in the Battle of Stirling Bridge.
- Scottish Historical Figures: Robert 'Roy' Macgregor Brief biography of Rob Roy.
- Magic Dragon Multimedia In addition to information on other subjects, site features images (both modern and historical)and information concerning Robert Bruce and William Wallace.
- The Official Elliot Clan Society Homepage The Official Elliot Clan Society Homepage, featuring history, contacts, chat and forums. This happens to be my own clan, and we date back to the time of Robert the Bruce.
- Scottish Campaigns of the Marquess of Montrose. Essay and maps of various campaigns led by James Graham, the Royalist Marquess of Montrose.
- Queen Anne & The 1707 Act of Union Events leading up to the meeting between "Bonnie Prince Charlie" and Flora MacDonald, and MacDonald's assistance in the prince's escape.
- Skye's Dundee Page Brief biography of John Graham of Claverhouse, aka "Bonnie Dundee," who lost his life at Killiecrankie.
- FREEDOM-L Link to a mailing list dedicated to discussion of William Wallace, Robert the Bruce, and other important figures in the Scottish Wars of Independence.
- William Wallace The Truth Outstanding information on the life of Sir William Wallace, as well as links to other information regarding the Scottish Wars for Independence.
- Battles of the Second Scottish War for Independence Chapters from Skyelander's work on the Scottish Wars of Independence.
- Famous Scots - Andrew de Moray Brief biographical sketch.
- The Death of William Wallace Trial and execution of William Wallace.
- Edward I, Longshanks: British Monarchs Biographical sketch of "Longshanks," including his battles with Llewellyn of Wales and Robert the Bruce.
- The Battle of Pinkie Cleugh Essay from the August '97 edition of Military History, on the Scottish-English battle in 1547 which marked a turning point in military strategy.
- Isabella of France Brief biography of Isabella of France, who was Princess of Wales during the 13th-14th C. Scottish Wars.
- The Massacre of Glencoe Overview of the Glencoe Massacre, composed by a romance novelist. Factually accurate and concise.
- The Battle of Stirling Bridge Essay on the battle in 1297 in which the Scots, under William Wallace, defeated the English.
- Scottish History Article about William Wallace and Andrew de Moray.
- Highland Battles A brief account of major battles in Scotland.
- William Braveheart Wallace 700 William Wallace - A Blow For Freedom. Sketches included with biographical information.
- The Clan Cathcart Another in the series of clan histories relevant to the Scottish Wars of Independence.
- Falkirk Another description of the battle, and the betrayal of William Wallace.
- Grave of William Wallace Memorial Plaque to William Wallace, located at St. Bart's Hospital, Smithfield. This is thought to be the location where Wallace was executed.
- History of Crieff, Comrie, Auchterarder - Perthshire. Wallace and Bruce Article detailing the history of Crieff, Comrie & Auchterarder - Perthshire, Scotland. Features information Wallace and Bruce at Stirling.
- Battle of Largs 1263 In which Kintyre and the Western Isles are wrested from Norwegian control and returned to the Scots.
- Rob Roy MacGregor born 1671 Brief biography of Rob "Roy" MacGregor.
- Battle of Falkirk 1298 Brief history of the Battle of Falkirk, including explanation of Abbey Craig's significance thereto. Abbey Craig is the site of the Wallace Monument.
- My Tribute To William Wallace Personal homepage dedicated to Sir William Wallace.
- Scotland's First War of Independence Site offering a book on the subject as well as a fair amount of background information. One chapter of the book is available as a free download.
- Battle of Killiecrankie Tactical analysis of the Battle of Killiecrankie (1689).
- robert-the-bruce.com Biography of Robert the Bruce, history (including information on Bannockburn), news links and Bruce clan information. Of particular note, the reconstruction of Bruce's skull by a dental college based on fragments available.
- The Lord Lyon and his Jurisdiction General information on Scottish heraldry, along with citations from 12th-19th Centuries for coats of arms, etc.
- The Clan MacFarlane Society, Inc. History of Clan MacFarlane, describing how MacFarlane folk were involved in the majority of Anglo-Scottish conflicts from the Wars of Independence through Culloden.
- Matt Ewart's Wallace Essay Biographical essay of Sir William Wallace, sorting fact from fiction based on author's researc.
- Battle of Otterburn, 1388 Tactical analysis and chronology of the battle between the forces of Black Douglass and those of Sir Henry "Hotspur" Percy.
- Trials Without Justice - William Wallace - Braveheart Extensive biographical information, with numerous links.
- Scotland's Story Home page for a magazine featuring articles on Scottish history, politics and so on.
- Battle of Bothwell Bridge 1679 Brief description of the Bothwell Bridge engagement.
- Siege of St Andrews Analysis of the Battle of Pinkie Cleuch.
- Culloden - The Union of the Crowns Historical background of events leading to the United Kingdom in the aftermath of Culloden.
- Battle of Falkirk Essay on the war in 1298 between Scotland and England, which culminated in the execution of William Wallace.
- Sir William Wallace Article from Clan McAllister's home page.
- History of the Declaration of Arbroath Brief description of events leading up to the declaration, and an English translation of the document itself.
- Highland Clearances History of the Highland Clearances following the Battle of Culloden.
- Bannockburn The Battle of Bannockburn, 1314, part of the Scottish War of Independence. With map and sequence of events.
- Sir William Wallace of Ellerslie An excellent chronology of the Battle at Stirling Bridge, including route maps, etc.
- Brief History of Falkirk History of battle site. Also lists other cultural information about the town.
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