In June 1314, at Bannockburn, Robert the Bruce led an outnumbered Scottish army to victory against King Edward II of England. Utilizing the marshy terrain, the Scots triumphed, securing Bruce’s control of Scotland and symbolizing the fight for independence and self-rule against overwhelming odds.
In 1314, Robert the Bruce defeated the English army at the Battle of Bannockburn. One of his generals was his nephew, Thomas Randolph, the Earl of Moray. The Barony of Blantyre was gifted, by the King, to Randolph for services rendered at this famous battle. After the death of Bruce, Thomas Randolph was appointed Regent […]