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Battle of Falkirk

29 Jul 1298 · 55.99° N, 3.76° W

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29 Jul 1298
Kind
Battle
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55.99° N, 3.76° W
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1298 battle of the First War of Scottish Independence

Battle of Falkirk

1298 battle of the First War of Scottish Independence

The Battle of Falkirk, on 22 July 1298, was one of the major battles in the First War of Scottish Independence. Led by King Edward I of England, the English army defeated the Scots, led by William Wallace. Shortly after the battle Wallace resigned as Guardian of Scotland.

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