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The Battle of Dunbar 1296: Scotland's First War of Independence
In 1296, King Edward I of England invaded Scotland with a massive army, aiming to crush the kingdom's defiance. The result was the brutal Battle of Dunbar, a devastating Scottish defeat that led to the capture of key nobles, the seizure of the Stone of Destiny, and the temporary collapse of Scottish resistance. This episode explores the lead-up to the battle, including the Treaty of Birgham, the raid on Carlisle, and the sack of Berwick. We examine the battle itself—how John de Warenne's English cavalry shattered the Scottish forces under John Balliol—and the aftermath…
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