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The Battle of Stirling Bridge (1297)

The Battle of Stirling Bridge (1297)17 Dec 20251 h 05 min

In this episode of Bow & Blade, Michael and Kelly examine the Battle of Stirling Bridge in Scotland as a clear example of poor generalship. Focusing on the English command's mistakes, they explore how underestimating William Wallace and the Scottish forces led to disastrous decisions over terrain and timing.

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