Scotland's Fight For Independence Aug 10, 2008
William Wallace and Robert The Bruce ... Robert the Bruce continued fighting for independence ... Robert the Bruce crowned himself (Robert I) on 27 March 1306 so Edward sent another army north. (Suite101.com)
New Acropolis Museum Awaits Missing Ancient Body Parts, Retained in London Jul 28, 2008
The British nobleman was Thomas Bruce, the 7th earl of Elgin, a direct descendant of Robert the Bruce and Britain's Ottoman ambassador when the Acropolis doubled as the sultan's military bunker. The ruins were up for grabs, so Bruce in 1801 bribed the Turks and set about harvesting the Treasury of Atreus, the Temple of Athena Nike and the Erechtheum. (Bloomberg -- Europe)
Concerns for battlefield heritage Jul 26, 2008
Robert the Bruce defeated the English at the Battle of Bannockburn. Scotland's largest conservation charity has voiced concern that proposed legislation may not protect the country's ancient battlefield sites. (BBC News -- UK)
Photo Release -- Artificial Life and Paramount Digital Entertainment Launch the Mobile Game -- BRAVEHEART Jul 7, 2008
Alongside his fellow freedom fighters, Robert the Bruce, Mornay and Lachlan, William Wallace battles the enemies' infantry, cavalry, foot soldiers and leaders. After conquering a town, players must then guard it against counterattacks. (Primezone Releases)
McCain Takes Obama to School on Iraq May 28, 2008
Columns, funnies in your inbox. Did John McCain really need to apologize for the comments made by one of his endorsers. (Townhall.com)
The Later Plantagenets May 25, 2008
Robert the Bruce was then crowned King in defiance of Edward and an invasion was launched to restore English rule. Edward died on his way to Scotland, however, and later, in 1314 his son was defeated by Robert the Bruce at Bannockburn ... Territorial ambitions suffered greatly under Edward; his humiliating rout at Bannockburn by Robert the Bruce, after which Scottish independence was proclaimed, showed a marked deterioration from the military prowess of England under Edward I.. (Suite101.com)
The Wallace Monument May 7, 2008
Some are hardly household names, but Robert the Bruce, Robbie Burns and Sir Walter Scott will ring a bell with most visitors. Back down to earth, and the gift shop and cafe are on hand to help extend the heroic experience. (Suite101.com)
Scotland the Brave Apr 10, 2008
And about everybody claims to be a descendent of Robert the Bruce, so just go ahead and live in your little dreamworld. " David wrote on Apr 9, 2008 9:14 AM:" Actually Diana, I don't have to pretend, because frankly it means nothing to me. (Thomaston Times, GA)
Tiger's PGA Tour reign ends at Doral Mar 25, 2008
He's a descendant of Robert the Bruce, the Scottish king of Bannockburn fame who broke the ruthless reign of England's King Edward I almost 700 years ago. His bloodlines perfectly suited him for leading a rebellion of his own Monday at the CA Championship at Doral. (Los Angeles Times)
New park honors Texas' first president Mar 22, 2008
" She explained that the new, 37-acre park just north of the Lynchburg Ferry terminal was part of her ongoing Project Stars. "We are at the north end of a great trail for Texas Independence," Garcia said, motioning to the towering San Jacinto Monument across the river that marks the battleground where Texas won its independence. Among those participating in the ribbon-cutting festivities was Hazen Burnet, the great, great, great, great nephew of David Burnet. Hazen and his wife, Sarah drove here... (Lake Houston Sun, TX)
Is the Blarney Stone baloney? Feb 23, 2008
Fogarty said that the part of the stone that came to Blarney was given to an Irish king, Cormac MacCarthy, by Scotland's king Robert the Bruce. It was a gift in gratitude for 4000 Irish soldiers said to have been sent to aid Scotland when Robert defeated the English at the Battle of Bannockburn in 1314. (iAfrica.com)
Blarney kissers romancing wrong stone? Feb 21, 2008
The part of the stone that came to Blarney was given to an Irish king, Cormac MacCarthy, by Scotland's king Robert the Bruce as a gift in gratitude for 4,000 Irish soldiers sent to aid Scotland when Robert defeated the English at the Battle of Bannockburn in 1314. The Scone Stone was subsequently captured by the English and taken to Westminster Abbey in London. (Xinhuanet, China)
Kosovo's looming independence raises question: Why not Scotland or Vermont? Feb 16, 2008
After 700 years of struggle dating back to William Wallace and Robert the Bruce, Scotland's latest "Braveheart" is Connery. "All of my life experience tells me that an independent Scotland will be successful," the James Bond actor said in TV spots aired last year. (AZCentral -- News)
Scotland: Love of Braveheart,’ ancestry draws visitors Feb 2, 2008
As Steve guided us through the research process, I noted his last name and asked him if he were related to Robert the Bruce, the King of Scots who supported Wallace s efforts. That would have linked him to royalty, but no, he said, the bloodlines didn t match. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Revealed: the ugly truth of our heroes Jan 20, 2008
William Wallace was a failure who only won one key battle; Robert the Bruce was a usurper struggling to retain power; Scotland was a willing entrant into the Act of Union. Such claims will infuriate nationalists and unionists alike when the BBC seeks to explode myths in Scottish history in a landmark series. (Guardian Unlimited -- UK)
Hillary Clinton gaffe over Martin Luther Jan 12, 2008
Based on your logic Scotland owes its freedom to the English and the efforts of William Wallace and Robert the Bruce were meaningless. I suppose that any peace in the Middle East will be do to the efforts of George W. Bush. (Times Online)
SNP firearms law vetoed by Westminster Dec 24, 2007
"Instead of a ban, why not just tighten regulations on the purchase and ownership of such guns, and make people more accountable for their actions?Many responsible people own guns for sport and also for self protection.Just came back from Food Lion, needed a couple of last minute things for Christmas. Again, there was the Horrendicoot accompanied by morons making sport of following me around. Personally, I would not lower myself to do that to any other human being.I am starting to wonder if the... (Scotsman)
1 comment(s) Dec 19, 2007
The bagpipe became extremely popular, and the troops of Robert the Bruce were stirred to fever pitch by its skirl as they marched to the Battle of Bannockburn in 1314. The popularity of the bagpipe is having a new birth of enthusiasts as more and more Scottish festivals and games appear around the world. (Thomaston Times, GA)
Angry young men Dec 8, 2007
" Burke's appreciation of this was helped in no small measure by his own family involvement in the Black Watch. His grandfather fought with the Fife and Forfar Yeomanry, a territorial battalion of the regiment, at the Somme and in Mesopotamia and Palestine in World War I. He had signed up as a 16-year-old at a recruitment station in Dunfermline where Elgin had appeared and, waving the sword of his ancestor Robert the Bruce above his head, shouted: "Who'll follow a Bruce. " In World War II, one... (The Australian)
Quest for a dad's gift turns into a family story Dec 6, 2007
"Our family goes back to Robert the Bruce, the king of Scotland. Genealogy is fascinating. If families can get back far enough, they'll find those connections."Phillips discovered plenty of historical tidbits during his research. Ancestor David Wilson married Mary Witherspoon, first cousin of the Rev. John Witherspoon, who signed the Declaration of Independence. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
A Québécois set loose in English aristocracy Nov 15, 2007
e also hired Alastair Bruce of Crionaich, a descendant of Robert the Bruce and an author and BBC commentator on the monarchy, as his technical director. Bruce, who will arrange the coronation of Queen Elizabeth's successor, was on the set at Lancaster House when I visited. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
City carves a 'thank you' to King Robert the Bruce Nov 2, 2007
com News - Scotland - City carves a 'thank you' to King Robert the Bruce ... City carves a 'thank you' to King Robert the Bruce ... SEVEN centuries ago, King Robert the Bruce laid the foundations for Aberdeen's Common Good fund when he issued a Royal Charter, granting the city fathers the rights to one of his favourite hunting grounds. (Scotsman)
Council flag plan causes flutter Sep 26, 2007
The design consists of four quarters containing a crowned lion passant, a cinquefoil, a checked strip crossed with buckled belt and a depiction of the heart of Robert the Bruce to represent the four ancient earldoms of Angus. Ten flags would be ordered from a specialist maker, at a cost of 450 each. (BBC News -- UK)
Man with a plan Sep 18, 2007
" His dogs, or "boys" as Nash calls them, are two highly talented shelties, Bobby and Ace. The boys, a breed from the Scottish Isles, are named after Robert the Bruce, first king of Scotland, and his sidekick, William Wallace. Both Bobby and Ace often compete in agility competitions - all Press's doing - and they do quite well. The shelties have accumulated more than 100 awards and ribbons in their respective careers, all which proudly hang in Rubin's basement. "When they're home, they just have... (Daily Orange, NY)
Rediscovered: Lost abbey where Bruce was crowned Jul 21, 2007
Robert the Bruce: Inaugurated ... ONE of Scotland's most important "lost" historic sites - the ancient abbey where Robert the Bruce is believed to have been crowned on the Stone of Destiny - has been rediscovered ... "For the first time we can say this is the location of the great main abbey church of Scone. It was the location of many inaugurations of Scottish kings and is believed to have been where the Stone of Destiny was housed in the main altar at the eastern end of the abbey. It is... (Scotsman)
Historic haul at thriller mansion Jul 10, 2007
Among the items lost was a coin struck during the reign of Robert the Bruce more than 650 years ago. Others were minted under his son, David II, in the 14th century, under James I in the 15th and his son, James II, also in the 15th century. (Times Online)
Exploring Scotland cheaply Jun 25, 2007
With the Explorer Pass you can experience Scotland s heritage and follow in the footsteps of our most famous characters Robert the Bruce, Mary Queen of Scots, Bonnie Prince Charlie and William Wallace. This can help but of course you are free to compile your own itinerary depending on how long you have and what areas most interest you. (Suite101.com)
Celtic re-enactment May 9, 2007
(left), portrayed English antagonist Sir Robert of Warwick and confronted Robert the Bruce (right), portrayed by David Puck Dowd of The Knights of Paragon of Boston. Mr. Dowd was the pre-ordained victor. (Hillsdale Independent, NY)
Forgiveness and Gratitude Mar 21, 2007
Covering all of Santa Cruz County, AZ - Nogales International. Tuesday, March 20, 2007 10:07 AM PDT. (Nogales International, AZ)
Who says King Alfred burned the cakes? Mar 11, 2007
University of Leeds professor Rory McTurk says the tale of Alfred and the cakes is probably the one story we all know about the Anglo-Saxon ruler, a detail as closely woven into popular history as Robert the Bruce being inspired by a spider and King Harold getting an arrow in the eye. But he insists it may be mere propaganda, from a time when much of Britain was under Viking control the Danelaw and when both sides used stories to bolster their own position and blacken the names of their... (EurekAlert!)
Country Hotels in Scotland Feb 7, 2007
The original 13th-century building was one of the few that escaped destruction by Robert the Bruce in the 14th century and is now a picturesque ruin which lies just a couple of miles down the road from its present namesake. Today's Inverlochy is described as one of the ten best hotels in the world and is regularly patronised by famous figures who look for the best that money can buy, and they get it here. (Suite101.com)
Glamis Castle Jan 5, 2007
Ghosts and Hauntings in the U.K.. The Castle is the home of the Earl and Countess of Strathmore. (Suite101.com)
Daly's hand not broken Oct 3, 2006
he's a distant relative of Sir Angus Ogilvy, a member of Britain's Royal Family, and Robert the Bruce of Bravehart fame in Scotland. sat at the head table with Bush, Howard, Condoleezza Rice, Rupert Murdoch, and David and Julie Eisenhower. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Golf)
Savants: Charting 'islands of genius' Sep 15, 2006
"June 7th, that was the date Robert the Bruce died in 1329. He was the first king of Scotland. That was a Wednesday. I remember reading Daniel Boone, 1769, started a survey on June 7th in Kentucky ... King Louis the 14th became king, 1654. That was a Wednesday.". Orlando Serrell did not possess any special skills until he was struck in the head by a baseball when he was 10. (CNN)
Spike TV Highlights - September 2006 Jul 29, 2006
Once he loses another of his loved ones, William Wallace begins his long quest to make Scotland free once and for all, along with the assistance of Robert the Bruce. Starring Mel Gibson. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Broadcaster and champion of great outdoors Tom Weir dies aged 91 Jul 8, 2006
He is up there, in his own way, with Sir William Wallace and Robert the Bruce as far as I am concerned. A national icon and treasure. (Scotsman)
Phil's empty in major fold Jun 19, 2006
Chance of a Thunderstorm. Chance of a Thunderstorm. (Newsday -- Sports)
Self-destruction at Open Jun 19, 2006
His name is Geoff Ogilvy, 29 years old, whose registered address is Melbourne, and whose ancestery is purported to be traced all the way back to Robert the Bruce of Scotland. Ogilvy is not your average off-the-wall flash in the pan. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
RSNO tries to settle anthem score Jun 13, 2006
Scots Wha Ha'e, another Burns song written in the form of a speech by Robert the Bruce before he defeated an English army at Bannockburn in 1314. Loading. (The Herald)
A night at the White House: best behaviour and no mention of war May 27, 2006
Ogilvy has a bit of blue blood in the veins, being a distant relative of Sir Angus Ogilvy, a member of Britain's Royal Family, and delve a little deeper into the family tree and there is Scotland's King of Bannockburn who, now so many centuries past, is better known as Robert the Bruce. A bloodthirsty chap he was, too. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
30 Trips of a Lifetime Apr 30, 2006
Drive out of Inverness, toward Dornoch perhaps, and you shouldn't be at all surprised to see a rank of bagpipers swirling out of the mist, led by Robert the Bruce. Even the popular tourist stops seem like spiritual places: Loch Ness, the Isle of Skye, Findhorn. (SmartMoney)
Dewar ranks higher than inventors Apr 6, 2006
Robert Burns, ranked next with 16% of votes, then Robert the Bruce, with 12 ... Dr Michael Penman, of the university's history department, said: "By identifying those figures whom Scots choose to celebrate at any given time we can learn a lot about changes in Scottish politics, culture and identity. "For example, the project has looked at how William Wallace has become Scotland's ultimate patriotic hero but also a champion of the working class, overshadowing the royal figure of Robert the Bruce.... (BBC News -- UK)
Abbeys woven into the rich tapestry of history Feb 13, 2006
At Melrose are buried the heart of Robert the Bruce, the Earl Douglas slain at Otterburn, and the scholar, philosopher and reputed wizard, Michael Scott. Dryburgh owes its beauty today largely to the eccentric Earl of Buchan, the founder of the Society of Antiquaries in Scotland. (Scotsman.com)
RIAA and MPAA call a halt on digital progress Jan 23, 2006
I am very suspicious of Scottish black puddings - Robert the Bruce. Monday January 23, 2006. (Inquirer)
Meet our 12 worst baddies - Scotland depraved Jan 1, 2006
FOR hundreds of years, Scots have taken huge pride in the litany of heroes the nation has given the world, from home-grown freedom fighters William Wallace and Robert the Bruce to inventors and scientists such as John Logie Baird and Alexander Fleming. But what about Scotland's dark side - the murderers and thieves, the smugglers and traitors. (Scotsman.com)
