Love Scotland: Stories of Scotland's History and Nature

Robert the Bruce: Battles of a King

Apr 12, 2024
Guest
Dauvit Broun
Professor Dauvit Broun discusses Robert the Bruce's struggles for power in 1306 Scotland, including battling the most powerful family. The podcast delves into Bruce's hardships, resilience, and strategic military tactics at the Battle of Bannockburn in 1314. It contrasts the English monarchs Edward I and Edward II, highlighting Bruce's calculated maneuvers towards becoming King of Scots.
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1
Intro
00:00 • 5min
2
King Robert the Bruce's Hardships and Resilience
04:32 • 4min
3
Contrasting Monarchs: Edward I vs Edward II
08:07 • 5min
4
Strategic Military Tactics at the Battle of Bannockburn
13:37 • 2min
5
The Legacy of Robert the Bruce and the Battle of Bannockburn
15:47 • 12min
6
Exploring Robert the Bruce's Legacy and Scotland's Medieval History
28:06 • 2min