When did the Second War of Scottish Independence start?
Q: When did the Second War of Scottish Independence start?
A: The Second War of Scottish Independence began in 1333.
Q: Why did Edward III of England start the Second War of Scottish Independence?
A: Edward III of England did not accept the 1328 Treaty of Northampton any more, under which England recognised the legitimacy of the dynasty established by Robert Bruce. Edward was determined to support the claim of Edward Balliol, the son of the former king, John Balliol, over David II, Bruce's son and heir.
Q: Who was Edward Balliol and what was his claim to the Scottish throne?
A: Edward Balliol was the son of the former king, John Balliol. He claimed the Scottish throne over David II, Bruce's son and heir.
Q: Did Edward Balliol rule Scotland before and what happened to him?
A: Yes, Edward Balliol ruled in Scotland for a short time in the autumn of 1332, but he was thrown out of the country later in the year.
Q: When did the Second War of Scottish Independence end and why?
A: The war itself lasted until 1357, when David II was released from English captivity.
Q: What other conflict was triggered by English involvement in Scotland?
A: English involvement in Scotland was also one of the factors that lead to the outbreak of the Hundred Years' War with France in 1337.
Q: Who was Robert Bruce and what was his dynasty?
A: Robert Bruce was a Scottish king who established a dynasty. England recognised the legitimacy of his dynasty under the 1328 Treaty of Northampton.
