Scottish knight who led the resistance to Edward I and was executed in London for treason.
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4 years of a 35 year life depicted onscreen
11.4%
Distinct years the archive depicts, against William Wallace’s lifetime (1270 – 1305) — 11.4% of it. One further depicted year falls outside it and is not counted.
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A notable Scottish victory during the first War of Scottish Independence in 1297. By taking advantage of the narrowness of the bridge over the river Forth, the outnumbered Scottish force were able to limit English strength and ultimately secure victory in the face of superior forces.