Consequences of the Battle of Bannockburn Flashcards
What were the four main consequences of the Battle of Bannockburn? (4)
Robert Bruce was excommunicated
The Treaty of Arbroath
Edward II loses power
The Treaty of Edinburgh
Which Pope excommunicated Robert Bruce? (1)
Pope John XXII
What year was Robert Bruce excommunicated? (1)
1320
What year was the Treaty of Abroath signed? (1)
1320
What was the Treaty of Arbroath? (4)
Signed by 8 Scottish Earls
Sent to the Pope
A statement on the origins of the Scottish people
Declaration of independence from England
What impact did the loss of Bannockburn have on Edward II? (1)
It weakened his power
Who took over the running of the government from Edward II? (1)
Thomas Lancaster
What was the name of Edward II’s queen? (1)
Isabella
Who did Edward’s queen join with to depose him?
Roger Mortimer
What year was Edward II murdered? (1)
1327
Where was Edward II murdered? (1)
Berkeley Castle
What were Edward III’s reign dates? (1)
1327-1377
When was the Treaty of Edinburgh signed? (1)
17th March 1328
What was the Treaty of Edinburgh? (3)
It brought the wars between Scotland and England to an end
It formally stated Scottish independence from England.
It was ratified by Edward III
Why was Edward III keen to sign the treaty? (3)
He did not want to continue fighting up north.
He wanted to save money
He was more determined to fight a war in France
