John Balliol - Crowned King of Scotland in 1292. He was controlled by Edward I throughout most of his reign. Made an alliance with France. Removed by Edward I. , Edward I - King of England 1272 to 1307. Conquered Wales and attempted to defeat the Scots. Nicknamed "Hammer of Scots". , William Wallace - Scottish national hero. He fought against Edward I. Captured and executed in 1305. Nicknamed "Braveheart". , Alexander III - King of Scotland 1249 to 1286. Died in a riding accident. Had no heirs., Robert the Bruce - King of Scotland 1306 to 1329. Scottish hero. Secured independence from England in 1314. , Edward II - King of England 1307 to 1327. Beaten by Robert the Bruce at the Battle of Bannockburn in 1314. , Margaret, Maid of Norway - Grand-daughter of Alexander III. Heir to the Scottish throne. Died on the way to Scotland in 1290. , John Comyn - Guardian of Scotland. Rival to Robert the Bruce. Murdered in 1306. ,

The Scottish Wars of Independence - Key Figures

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