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Battle of Bannockburn for Kids: Who Won and Fun Facts

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Battle of Bannockburn for Kids: Who Won and Fun Facts

Molly Hutton

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The Battle of Bannockburn in June 1314 was a pivotal moment in Scottish history, resulting in a decisive victory for the Scots led by Robert the Bruce against the English forces of Edward II. This Battle of Bannockburn military strategies summary highlights the tactical genius of Robert the Bruce, who used superior planning, terrain knowledge, and innovative military formations to overcome a larger English army.

Key points:

Robert the Bruce chose the battlefield strategically, using the marshy terrain to his advantage
The Scots employed the schiltron formation effectively against English cavalry
Bruce's leadership and tactical decisions, including the use of a reserve force, were crucial
The battle lasted two days, with significant engagements on both June 23rd and 24th, 1314
The Scottish victory had far-reaching consequences for Scottish independence

8/4/2022

Title: Revision Battle Bannockburn June 1314
Learning Intention:
To understand the events of the Battle of Bannockburn.
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Page 16: Scottish Leadership as a Factor in Victory

This page elaborates on how Scottish leadership, particularly that of Robert the Bruce, contributed to their success. It highlights Bruce's ability to inspire his men, his personal combat prowess, and his strategic planning as crucial elements.

Quote: "Bruce inspired his men to victory"

Highlight: Bruce's leadership, both in planning and on the battlefield, was a decisive factor in the Scottish victory.

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Page 11: Second Day of Battle - June 24, 1314

This page describes the beginning of the main battle on June 24. It details how the Scots approached in schiltron formation, knelt in prayer, and then withstood the initial English charge. The page also mentions Edward II's unsuccessful attempt to use archers against the Scottish formations.

Vocabulary: Schiltron - A compact formation of infantry with spears pointing outward in all directions.

Highlight: The Scottish schiltrons proved highly effective against both cavalry charges and archer attacks.

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Page 17: Bruce's Use of Reserve Forces

This page continues the discussion of Scottish leadership, focusing on Bruce's tactical use of the 'sma' folk' reserve force. It explains how this move both countered the English archers and demoralized the English troops by making the Scottish army appear larger.

Highlight: The strategic deployment of reserve forces demonstrated Bruce's tactical acumen and psychological warfare.

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Page 2: Edward II - The New English Leader

This page provides context about the English leadership leading up to the Battle of Bannockburn. It explains that Edward II succeeded his father, Edward I, in 1307 but lacked the military experience and commitment to the Scottish campaign that his father had demonstrated.

Vocabulary: Campaign - A series of military operations intended to achieve a particular objective.

Highlight: Edward II's inexperience and lack of investment in the Scottish campaign contributed to the English disadvantage at Bannockburn.

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Page 6: Scottish Defensive Preparations

This page details the defensive measures taken by the Scots, including the creation of hidden pits with sharp spikes along the road. These preparations were designed to prevent a rear attack by the English forces.

Vocabulary: Advance guard - The foremost part of an army or fleet, leading the way in an advance or attack.

Highlight: The Scots' use of hidden pits demonstrates their innovative approach to defensive tactics.

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Page 14: Aftermath of the Battle

This page details the fate of the remaining English forces after Edward II's retreat. Many were killed or captured during their attempt to flee. The page also mentions how Scottish prisoners were used as bargaining chips to secure the release of Bruce's wife and the Bishop of Glasgow.

Highlight: The aftermath of the battle included significant losses for the English army and provided the Scots with valuable bargaining power.

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Page 4: Battle Tactics and Force Comparison

This page compares the sizes and compositions of the English and Scottish armies. It highlights that while the English had a significantly larger force of 20,000 men compared to the Scottish 5,500 (plus 2,000 reserves), the Scots had the advantage of Bruce's tactical leadership.

Vocabulary: Schiltron - A compact formation of infantry with spears pointing outward in all directions.

Highlight: Despite being outnumbered, the Scots had the advantage of Bruce's superior tactical planning.

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Page 3: The Significance of Bannockburn

This page explains why the battle took place at Bannockburn. It details that Edward II marched north to face Robert the Bruce, following an agreement regarding Stirling Castle. Bruce chose the area around the Bannock Burn as a tactically advantageous location for the Scottish forces.

Definition: Tactical - Relating to or characterized by skillful tactics or planning.

Highlight: Robert the Bruce's choice of Bannockburn as the battlefield was a strategic decision that would prove crucial to the outcome of the battle.

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Page 15: Reasons for Scottish Success

This page introduces the main factors that contributed to the Scottish victory at Bannockburn. It lists Scottish leadership, the battlefield, English leadership, and English tactics as key elements in determining the battle's outcome.

Highlight: The Scottish tactics at battle of bannockburn summary emphasizes multiple factors contributing to their victory.

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Page 9: Randolph's Defense Against Clifford

This page describes another important engagement on the first day of battle, where Thomas Randolph successfully defended against a flanking maneuver by Sir Robert Clifford. The Scottish schiltron formation proved effective in repelling the English cavalry charge.

Highlight: The success of Randolph's schiltron against Clifford's attack demonstrated the effectiveness of this Scottish formation against cavalry.

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History

Overview

How to avoid common pitfalls

Battle of Bannockburn for Kids: Who Won and Fun Facts

Molly Hutton

@mollyhutton

141 Followers

Overall Summary

Key points:

Robert the Bruce chose the battlefield strategically, using the marshy terrain to his advantage
The Scots employed the schiltron formation effectively against English cavalry
Bruce's leadership and tactical decisions, including the use of a reserve force, were crucial
The battle lasted two days, with significant engagements on both June 23rd and 24th, 1314
The Scottish victory had far-reaching consequences for Scottish independence

8/4/2022

History

Page 16: Scottish Leadership as a Factor in Victory

Quote: "Bruce inspired his men to victory"

Highlight: Bruce's leadership, both in planning and on the battlefield, was a decisive factor in the Scottish victory.

Page 11: Second Day of Battle - June 24, 1314

Vocabulary: Schiltron - A compact formation of infantry with spears pointing outward in all directions.

Highlight: The Scottish schiltrons proved highly effective against both cavalry charges and archer attacks.

Page 17: Bruce's Use of Reserve Forces

Highlight: The strategic deployment of reserve forces demonstrated Bruce's tactical acumen and psychological warfare.

Page 2: Edward II - The New English Leader

Vocabulary: Campaign - A series of military operations intended to achieve a particular objective.

Highlight: Edward II's inexperience and lack of investment in the Scottish campaign contributed to the English disadvantage at Bannockburn.

Page 6: Scottish Defensive Preparations

Vocabulary: Advance guard - The foremost part of an army or fleet, leading the way in an advance or attack.

Highlight: The Scots' use of hidden pits demonstrates their innovative approach to defensive tactics.

Page 14: Aftermath of the Battle

Highlight: The aftermath of the battle included significant losses for the English army and provided the Scots with valuable bargaining power.

Page 4: Battle Tactics and Force Comparison

Vocabulary: Schiltron - A compact formation of infantry with spears pointing outward in all directions.

Highlight: Despite being outnumbered, the Scots had the advantage of Bruce's superior tactical planning.

Page 3: The Significance of Bannockburn

Definition: Tactical - Relating to or characterized by skillful tactics or planning.

Highlight: Robert the Bruce's choice of Bannockburn as the battlefield was a strategic decision that would prove crucial to the outcome of the battle.

Page 15: Reasons for Scottish Success

Highlight: The Scottish tactics at battle of bannockburn summary emphasizes multiple factors contributing to their victory.

Page 9: Randolph's Defense Against Clifford

Highlight: The success of Randolph's schiltron against Clifford's attack demonstrated the effectiveness of this Scottish formation against cavalry.

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