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The Battle of Bannockburn: Scotland's Defining Victory
In 1314, Robert the Bruce and a Scottish army of around 6,000 faced Edward II's 20,000-strong English force near Stirling Castle. This episode dives into the tactical decisions that won the day—Bruce's use of schiltron formations, the role of the boggy ground at Bannockburn, and the critical moment when Scottish camp followers created a diversion that broke English morale. We explore the aftermath: the ransom of English nobles, the failed Edward Bruce campaign in Ireland, and how Bannockburn cemented Bruce's kingship. We also examine the myths—like the spider story—and the…
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