Wars of Independence
The Wars of Scottish Independence were a series of military campaigns fought between Scotland and England in the late 13th and early 14th centuries. The wars were part of a great national crisis for Scotland and the period became one of the most defining moments in the nation's history. Key players in the Scottish Wars of Independence were William Wallace and Robert the Bruce, and their deeds continue to be a focus of national pride.
The Battle of Bannockburn
Find out about Scotland's most significant victory in the Wars of Independence including what happened at the siege of Stirling Castle.
Tactics at the Battle of Bannockburn
Imagine you are an advisor to Robert the Bruce before and during the Battle of Bannockburn. You are given details of the armies, weapons, defences and battlefield. Use this information to advise Bruce and (hopefully) win the battle.
The Bruces and the Comyns
Robert the Bruce would stop at nothing to become King, even murder. Find out about the bitter rivalry between two of the leading Scottish families of the time.
The Declaration of Arbroath
The Declaration of Arbroath is the most famous document in Scottish history. Find out who wrote it and why.
William Wallace
Find out more about one of Scotland's most famous warriors. Who was William Wallace? What did he do for Scotland? What was his fate?
History Maze
Can your knowledge of the William Wallace and Robert Bruce help you to find your way out of the history maze?
Womens' History Scotland
Find out more about the lives of women in this period with these short biographies on the Women's History Scotland website.