Second War of Scottish Independence

The Second War of Scottish Independence, spanning from 1332 to 1357, was a crucial conflict entailing a series of military campaigns fought between the Kingdom of Scotland and the Kingdom of England. This war began with the invasion of Scotland by Edward Balliol, supported by Edward III of England, aiming to overthrow the reigning David II and establish Edward Balliol as the king. The turbulent and enduring struggle saw fluctuating fortunes, territories changing hands, and protracted guerrilla warfare led by notable figures like Sir Andrew Murray. The conflict officially concluded with the Treaty of Berwick in 1357, which led to the ransom and release of David II from English captivity, but also left Scotland economically strained and politically destabilized. The outcome cemented Scotland’s sovereignty, but the echoes of the conflict influenced Anglo-Scottish relations for years to come.