Robert I the Bruce Biography and Timeline

Birth of Robert I

Birth of Robert I, born in Turnberry Castle, grandson of Robert VII de Bruce of both Norman and Celtic ancestry

Role range: 1306-1329

Son of Marjorie Countess of Carrick

Robert's mother was Marjorie, Countess of Carrick, through whom the family held the earldom of Carrick.

Role range: 1306-1329

Son of Robert Bruce Earl of Carrick

Robert was born to Robert Bruce, Earl of Carrick, whose family held a longstanding claim to the Scottish throne.

Role range: 1306-1329

Homage

Pays homage to Edward I on behalf of Alexander III

Role range: 1306-1329

Succession

The "7 Earls of Scotland" support Roberts claims to the succession. Edward I is called to decide the claims of Robert the Bruce, John Balliol & others

Role range: 1306-1329

Succession

Edward I sets up a committee to hear the Scottish claimants. 40 claimants to the Scottish throne are nominated by Robert I & 40 by Edward Balliol

Role range: 1306-1329

Succession

The court at Berwick castle favour Edward Balliols claim to the Scottish succession

Role range: 1306-1329

Peerage

Created Earl of Carrick

Role range: 1306-1329

Marriage to Isabella of Mar

Robert married Isabella of Mar, his first wife and the mother of his daughter Marjorie.

Role range: 1306-1329

Birth of Marjorie Bruce

Robert's daughter Marjorie Bruce was born from his marriage to Isabella of Mar.

Role range: 1306-1329

Battle of Irvine

Forced to surrender to Henry de Percy & Robert de Clifford

Role range: 1306-1329

Battle of Falkirk

Fights the English at the Battle of Falkirk

Role range: 1306-1329

Joint Guardian of Scotland

Robert became a joint Guardian of Scotland alongside John Comyn after William Wallace resigned the guardianship.

Role range: 1306-1329

Resignation of Robert I the Bruce

Resigns as joint Guardian of Scotland & turns against the Scottish dissidents

Role range: 1306-1329

Battle of Turnberry

The English under the Prince of Wales are held at Turnberry by Robert

Role range: 1306-1329

Battle of Courtrai

The French are defeated, Philip can no longer support the Scottish nationalists

Role range: 1306-1329

Alliance Robert I the Bruce and England

The French are defeated at Courtai & Philip cannot support Scottish nationalists. Changes sides again & supports the English against the Nationalists

Role range: 1306-1329

Marriage to Elizabeth de Burgh

Robert married Elizabeth de Burgh, daughter of Richard de Burgh, Earl of Ulster.

Role range: 1306-1329

Invasion of Scotland

Robert I the Bruce makes peace with Edward I

Role range: 1306-1329

Ruling Council

Appointed Member of ruling council to advise the English Governor of Scotland

Role range: 1306-1329

Invasion of Scotland

Edward invades Scotland & advances as far as Elgin

Role range: 1306-1329

Siege of Elgin

Edward invades Scotland & advances as far as Elgin

Role range: 1306-1329

Bond with William Lamberton

Robert entered a secret bond with Bishop William Lamberton that provided mutual support in their political affairs.

Role range: 1306-1329

Succession

Roberts father dies in England, Edward I confers upon Robert the family title & lands

Role range: 1306-1329

Invasion of Scotland

Robert I the Bruce makes a reconcilliation with Edward I

Role range: 1306-1329

Rule of Scotland

Robert I the Bruce makes a reconcilliation with Edward I

Role range: 1306-1329

Capture of Dumfries

Captures Dumfries after assassinating John Comyn there

Execution

After William Wallaces execution, succesfully rises against Edward I

Role range: 1306-1329

Succession

Succeeds as King of Scotland

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Assassination of John Comyn

Stabs John Comyn to death when he refuses to abandon support for King John. Stabs John Comyn, heir to John Balliol, to death at a Church in Dumfries. Robert Bruce and a small party of his followers kill John Comyn, also known as the Red Comyn, before the high altar of the Greyfriars Church in Dumfries

Role range: 1306-1329

Coronation

Has neither the Stone nor the crown of destiny but a glden "coronella" is substituted. Crowned by Isabel, Countess of Buchan who claims the "MacDuff right"

Role range: 1306-1329

Coronation

Crowned King of Scotland at Scone at a 2nd ceremonial coronation within 2 days

Role range: 1306-1329

Invasion of Scotland

As soon as Edward I hears of the coronation he prepares for war

Role range: 1306-1329

Battle of Methven

Robert Is Army is defeated by the Earl of Pembroke. Edward I defeats Bruce at the Battle of Methven, executes many of his supporters and forces the Scottish king into becoming a hunted outlaw

Role range: 1306-1329

Siege of Berwick

Robert the Bruces Queen is held in a cage on the castle walls of Berwick & Roxburgh

Role range: 1306-1329

Exile of Robert I the Bruce

Forced into exile after being defeated by Prince Edward for a 2nd time

Role range: 1306-1329

Siege of Kildrummy Castle

English forces captured Kildrummy Castle after Robert's family and attendants had used it as a refuge during his first campaign as king.

Role range: 1306-1329

Death of Robert I the Bruce

Death of John Comyn, assassinated by Robert I the Bruce

Role range: 1306-1329

Succession

Alexander II loses his wife without issue making Robert senior male heir of David I

Role range: 1306-1329

Battle of Dalry

Robert I the Bruce is mauled by the Macdougalls of Lorn, kinsmen of John Comyns, at the Battle of Dalry

Role range: 1306-1329