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William Wallace
Sir William Wallace was a Scottish landowner who became one of the leaders in the wars for Scottish Independence during the 1200's. William Wallace led many successful military campaigns against England and King Edward I. His most notable battles are the Battle of Stirling Bridge and the Battle of Falkirk. He was captured by the English in 1305 and executed. Modern actor Mel Gibson directed a movie, Braveheart, based on William's life.
286 Questions
When did King Edward kill William Wallace?
Edward killed William Wallace at the battle of Stirling Bridge. Edward then cut of Wallace's head and stuck it on a spike
Where was William Keith Wallace born?
William Keith Wallace also known as Bill Wallace was born in Chickasha, Oklahoma on August 1, 1947.
What did William Wallace do in revenge for his wife's death?
william wallaces whole campaign against the english was driven by revenge and not patriotism
When did William Wallace die and at what age?
William Wallace died on the 23rd of August 1305 aged 33.
What type of education did William Wallace have?
he had a life with a lot of happy ending like he lived in a castle with 300000 men and 400000 ladies
Is William Wallace a politician?
he is a "cheif brigand", looked upon today as a patriot even thou he was more of a hinderance to Robert the Bruce
When did William Wallace impact history the most?
William Wallace impacted world history for Scotland by not only by gaining their freedom but showing that they are a country and can stand up for themselves. William defeated the English at the Battle of Stirling Bridge, was defeated at Falkirk and spent the next several years on the run, both in Scotland and on the continent, before being captured and cruelly executed as a traitor to England on August 23, 1305. William mad the best gain for Scotland and died for his country. The freedom that he gained is still in Scotland today and now people are able to not be "controlled" by kings and queens.
William 'Staker' Wallace was an Irish freedom fighter in the 1730s.
Does William Wallace have any strong beliefsideas?
William Wallace died a horrible death for his (very strong) belief in a Scotland free from English rule. He was hung, drawn and quartered on 23 August 1305 in London.
Where did William Wallace meet Marion Braidfute?
In the pages of "The Actes and Deidis of the Illustre and Vallyeant Campioun Schir William Wallace", written by the poet Blind Harry, somewhere around the mid 1470's.
Like virtually all elements of the myth that was created around Wallace in the 15th and early 16 centuries, Marion Braidfute most likely did not exist.
Not so. This correction is itself based on a fallacy. While Sir James Douglas' mission furth of Scotland with King Robert's heart in a silver casket is historical, the gesture with the casket is purely legendary as are any words ascribed to Douglas in his fatal encounter with the Moors of Granada. In any case, the poems that gave rise to this myth either describe the gesture as occurring at the beginning of the battle at Teba or repeatedly in numerous battles in the Holy Land. In each case Douglas recovers the heart and rides on. In no version of Douglas' speech does the term 'Braveheart' appear.
Sir Walter Scott was responsible for creating the story of Douglas, in extremis, hurling the casket with Bruce's heart into the midst of the enemy, which appeared in his 'Tales of a Grandfather' (1827).Logic inconveniently suggests that, the only surviving witnesses of the fight being Andalusi or Berber soldiers, no one would have understood Douglas' last words, far less recorded them for posterity.What were William Wallace's colors on his Tartan?
William Wallace was not a Highlander so it is highly doubtful if would have ever worn Tartan or a kilt. There are no pictures of him from his time and therefore the majority of pictures and statues are stylisation's of their time and also have him dressed as what he was, a knight with a simple cloak covering his armour, nothing like the Mel Gibson portrayal. Few picture shows this cloak to be checked. The earliest Wallace Tartan recorded was shown in the Vestiarium Scoticum of 1842 a highly dubious (most Historians say forged) book of tartans produced by supposed descendants of Bonnie Prince Charlie (the Sobieski Stuart's) which turned out to be a con. There were few accurate records of Tartans in existence before they were commercially produced after Culloden (1746) by Wilsons in the main. The whole idea of Clan tartans is to quote Sir Walter Scott "the idea of distinguishing the clans by their tartans is but a fashion of modern date . . .". because tartans were originally related to districts not clans (he also poured scorn on Lowlanders wearing tartan). The tartan in the film Braveheart was invented for the film in 1994 based on using naturally occurring dyes available in the 13th century on a traditional Islay weaving technique which is why it is so much darker and subdued than modern tartans. It is not however based on any historical records for Wallace. Lesson - don't ever try to learn history from films, it may spark the interest and be good entertainment but it is often nonsense. Link below if you still want modern myth.
Where was the person James Robinson born?
James Robinson the actor has appeared in many famous films such as Brave Heart when he played young William Wallace and Saxon where he played a smaller part. He was born in Glasgow, Scotland in 1983.
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Why does William Wallace say freedom in the movie?
In reference to his country (Scotland) being free from the English.
What sword did William Wallace use in braveheart?
William Wallace wasn't in Braveheart. Wallace died in 1305. He was played by actor Mel Gibson. The sword was a re-creation of a Claymore.
William Wallace how old was he when he died?
William Wallace, the Scottish knight and landowner who is known for leading a resistance during the Wars of Scottish Independence, was executed at the age of 33 on 23 August 1305.
