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Edward defeats the Scots at Falkirk; William Wallace resigns as guardian and is fatally
betrayed.
1314
Robert the Bruce wins a famous victory over the English at the Battle of Bannockburn.
1328
Treaty of Northampton gives Scotland independence, with Robert I, the Bruce, as king.
1560
Scottish parliament creates a Protestant Church that is independent of Rome and the
monarchy.
1567
Mary Queen of Scots is deposed and thrown in prison; she is executed in 1587.
1603
James VI of Scotland inherits the English throne, becoming James I of Great Britain.
1707
Act of Union joins England and Scotland under a single parliament, sovereign and
flag.
1745−46
Jacobite rebellion sees Bonnie Prince Charlie invade Scotland, ends in defeat at Battle
of Culloden.
Late 18th-19th century
Cultural and intellectual life flourishes; Industrial Revolution sees Scotland lead world
in shipbuilding.
1941−45
Clydebank blitzed by German bombers in 1941; by 1945 workforce is employed in
heavy industries.
1999-2004
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