The relationship between Edward I and John Balliol Flashcards
What was John forced to do before the Great Cause had begun and what does this show about their relationship?
He was forced to recognise Edward as overlord. This means that their relationship was unequal from the start. John was one of the last claimants to agree to Edward being overlord, showing that he wasn’t in favour or being ruled by Edward.
Why was Edward’s choice of John Balliol ask King important and what does this show about their relationship?
He ignored advice from the Parisian lawyers. This means that Edward favoured John over the other candidates and thus saw John as in his debt.
Why was John staying with Edward for Christmas important and was does this show about their relationship?
Whilst John stayed with Edward for Christmas he had to pay homage for his kingdom. This shows that their family ties madeJohn feel obligated to do what Edward said.
What was John forced to do by Edward which took away Scots guarantee of independence and what does this show about their relationship?
He was forced to sign a letter overturning The Treaty of Birgham Northampton which too away all guarantees of Scottish independence. This shows that Edward could undermine John and all his decision.
What does the Macduff case reveal about their relationship?
John starts to stand up to Edward, and refuses to go down to the English courts, showing that he is starting to challenge his overlord.
What does Edward’s response to John’s absence in the Macduff case reveal about their relationship?
Edward imposed strict legal rules about legal procedures which, showing that he could retaliate more powerfully and stay in control
What does Edward threat to seize three castles reveal about their relationship?
The threat to seize three castles shows his military superiority and experience over John and confidence in his ability to control and uphold Scotland.
What does John’s attacks around Carlisle reveal about their relationship?
John’s attacks around Carlisle show that he is standing up to Edward which highlights how he is becoming intolerant to his demands.
Many Scottish nobles took Edwards side over John’s in 1296, what does this show about their relationship?
It shows that even among the Scots, many believed that Balliol was inferior to Edward and had no chance of defeating him.
Edward was furious about the Alliance with France and took away his offer to John of earldom and hunting land, what does this show about their relationship?
Edward forced John to confess in his rebellion and his fault in brokering an alliance with France before reigning his kingship. This shows that John was powerless to his own will under Edward.
What does the removal of the stone of destiny, crown jewels etc reveal.
This shows that Edward intended to rule permanently over Scotland as no new King could be appointed without these relics.
