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Sir James Douglas (also known as Good Sir James and the Black Douglas; c. 1286 – 25 August 1330) [1] was a Scottish knight and feudal lord. He was one of the chief commanders during the Wars of Scottish Independence.
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Aug 21, 2024 · Sir James Douglas was the lord of the Douglas family and champion of Robert de Bruce (King Robert I of Scotland). Son of Sir William Douglas (d. c. 1298), who was captured by the English and died in the Tower of London, Sir James was educated in Paris and returned home to find an Englishman, Robert.
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James Douglas, Lord of Douglas. Sir James Douglas (also known as Good Sir James and James the Black Douglas), (died 1330), was a Scottish soldier, knight and leader during the Wars of Scottish Independence. He is considered one of Scotland's greatest heroes.
Aug 27, 2024 · James of Douglas was the friend and ablest lieutenant of Robert the Bruce. Known as the Black Douglas to the English and as the Good Sir James to the Scots, Douglas was a brilliant fighter and master of guerrilla warfare. He commanded the left wing of Bruce's army at the battle of Bannockburn.
- Mistress of Sir James Douglas, “The Good”
- circa 1286
James Douglas, the Lord of Douglas, emerges from the annals of Scottish history as a formidable figure renowned for his unwavering loyalty, military prowess, and unyielding commitment to Scotland’s cause during the Wars of Scottish Independence.
James Douglas, also known as “Good Sir James” or the “Black Douglas,” was one of the most renowned and respected knights in Scottish history. His life was marked by loyalty, valor, and unwavering devotion to his homeland, making him a legendary figure in the late medieval period.
Sir James Douglas (also known as Good Sir James and the Black Douglas; c. 1286 – 25 August 1330) was a Scottish knight and feudal lord. He was one of the chief commanders during the Wars of Scottish Independence.
