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Apr 15, 2024 · William Wallace, one of Scotland’s greatest national heroes, leader of the Scottish resistance forces during the first years of the long and ultimately successful struggle to free Scotland from English rule. Learn more about Wallace’s life and accomplishments in this article.
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Braveheart is a 1995 American epic historical drama film directed and produced by Mel Gibson, who also portrays its central character, Sir William Wallace, a late-13th century Scottish warrior who led the Scots in the First War of Scottish Independence against King Edward I of England.
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May 24, 1995 · Braveheart: Directed by Mel Gibson. With James Robinson, Sean Lawlor, Sandy Nelson, James Cosmo. Scottish warrior William Wallace leads his countrymen in a rebellion to free his homeland from the tyranny of King Edward I of England.
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Aug 1, 2021 · Updated January 21, 2024. The heroic Scottish warrior who inspired Braveheart, William Wallace led his people in their rebellion against the English until his torturous death in 1305. In 1995, Mel Gibson rode to box office riches as William Wallace, the legendary Scottish warrior who fought for his country’s independence in the late 13th century.
"We come here with no peaceful intent, but ready for battle, determined to avenge our wrongs and set our country free." — William Wallace before the Battle with the English. In 1280 AD, Wallace wanted to go alongside his father and brother to a peaceful meeting with Edward I of England...
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Tells the story of the legendary thirteenth century Scottish hero named William Wallace. Wallace rallies the Scottish against the English monarch and Edward I after he suffers a personal tragedy by English soldiers. Wallace gathers a group of amateur warriors that is stronger than any English army. —Jwelch5742
Apr 17, 2024 · Braveheart, historical epic film, released in 1995, that was directed by and starred Mel Gibson and was loosely based on the story of 13th-century Scottish leader William Wallace. The movie was a surprise winner of the Academy Award for best picture.
