Historical eventJuly 191333

Second War of Scottish Independence

Second War of Scottish Independence: Scottish forces under Sir Archibald Douglas were heavily defeated by the English at the Battle of Halidon Hill while trying to relieve Berwick-upon-Tweed.

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When
Monday, July 19 1333693 years ago
Category
Historical eventA dated happening — a battle, treaty, launch, discovery, disaster or decision — recorded on this calendar day.
Era
14th century · 1330s
Calendar
Julian — as recorded at the time
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Dates: From 1333.

What happened

The Second War of Scottish Independence broke out in 1332, when Edward Balliol led an English-backed invasion of Scotland. Balliol, the son of former Scottish king John Balliol, was attempting to make good his claim to the Scottish throne. He was opposed by Scots loyal to the occupant of the throne, eight-year-old David II. At the Battle of Dupplin Moor Balliol's force defeated a Scottish army ten times their size and Balliol was crowned king.

July 19 through the years

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When did Second War of Scottish Independence happen?

July 19 1333 — 693 years ago, on a Monday.

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