1314 AD
Battle of Bannockburn
Robert the Bruce defeated Edward II at Bannockburn, advancing Scottish independence.
- Time period
- 1314 AD
- Region
- Scotland
- Theme
- Military
- Civilization
- Kingdom of Scotland
The Battle of Bannockburn took place near Stirling on 23–24 June 1314 during the First War of Scottish Independence. Robert the Bruce led a smaller Scottish army against Edward II's English forces, which sought to relieve Stirling Castle. The decisive Scottish victory strengthened Bruce's position and marked a major turning point in the struggle for independence.