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William Wallace was a member of the lesser nobility, but little is definitely known of his family history or even his parentage. William's own seal , found on a letter sent to the Hanse city of Lübeck in 1297, [5] gives his father's name as Alan Wallace.
- None recorded
- 1297–1305
- Commander
Apr 15, 2024 · William Wallace (born c. 1270, probably near Paisley, Renfrew, Scotland—died August 23, 1305, London, England) was one of Scotland ’s greatest national heroes and the chief inspiration for Scottish resistance to the English king Edward I. He served as guardian of the kingdom of Scotland during the first years of the long and ultimately ...
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Apr 2, 2014 · William Wallace, a Scottish knight, became a central early figure in the wars to secure Scottish freedom from the English, becoming one of his country's greatest national heroes.
Apr 19, 2021 · Sir William Wallace (c. 1270-1305) was a Scottish knight and national hero who fought for his country's independence from England. Wallace famously led the Scots to victory against a larger English army at the Battle of Stirling Bridge in September 1297. The English king Edward I of England (r. 1272-1307) was intent on revenge and conquering ...
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Feb 13, 2019 · Sir William Wallace (c. 1270–August 5, 1305) was a Scottish knight and freedom fighter during the Wars of Scottish Independence. Although many people are familiar with his story as told in the film Braveheart, Wallace’s story was a complex one, and he has reached an almost iconic status in Scotland.
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William Wallace was a legendary Scottish warrior who played a pivotal role in the Wars of Scottish Independence in the late 13th and early 14th centuries. His story, often shrouded in myth and romanticized in popular culture, is a compelling tale of courage, rebellion, and an unyielding pursuit of freedom.
Oct 1, 2020 · The National Wallace Monument, Abbey Craig, Hillfoots Road, Causeway Head, Stirling FK9 5LF; tel: 01786 472140; website. Sir William Wallace's role in the First War of Scottish Independence and his subsequent execution at the hands of the English king Edward I, has led him to become an icon of Scotland. Discover the real story of Wallace in our ...
