The Great Cause- Scotland Flashcards
When did Alexander III of Scotland pay homage to Edward and for what land?
- 1278
- Only for land held by Alexander in England
When did Alexander III die and whom did he leave as his heir?
- 19 March 1286
- His 3-year old granddaughter, Margaret
What did the Treaty of Birgham state?
- Edward I was to broker Margaret’s transport from Norway to England
- Margaret was to marry prince Edward
How many claimants were there to the throne of Scotland and who were the main two?
- 14
- John Balliol and Robert de Brus
How was the election to be held and what role was Edward to have in it?
- 104 auditors were appointed- 40 by Bruce, 40 by Balliol and 24 by Edward.
- Edward was asked to administer the process and execute the outcome, but not to arbitrate the contest.
What agreement was made between Edward and the Scots regarding Edward’s influence over Wales?
After Edward insisted on being Scotland’s overlord, the Scots allowed for Edward to be the overlord until a new king was chosen.
When was Balliol made King?
17 November 1292
What did Edward do after Balliol’s coronation to destabilise the situation in Scotland?
- He agreed to hear appeals which had been settled by the Scottish guardians during the interregnum
- He demanded Balliol appear in person before parliament to answer charges brought against him
- He demanded the Scots provide military aid against France, which was the final straw.
How did the Scots react?
They formed an alliance with France and attacked Carlisle
How did the rebellion unfold?
- Edward invaded Scotland in 1296
- The taking of the town of Berwick was particularly bloody
- Scottish resistance was crushed at the battle of Dunbar
What did Edward do next?
He confiscated the Stone of Scone, or the Stone of Destiny, and placed it into his throne, now known as Edward’s Chair.
