Explore the people, places and weapons that helped define the outcome of the Battle of Bannockburn in 1314, with our Battlepedia.
The Battlepedia
Weapons
See the weapons used by the English and Scottish armies in the intense and brutal battle.
Armour
See the innovative armour that helped protect participants in the Battle of Bannockburn from the enemy’s weapons.
Characters
From Robert the Bruce to the Welsh archers, learn more about the characters who helped determine the outcome of the Battle of Bannockburn.
Locations
Find out more about the key locations and how they determined the tactics – and outcome – of the Battle of Bannockburn.
Battlepedia Quiz
Test your knowledge with our Battlepedia quiz. How well do you know the characters, weapons, armour, and locations of the Battle of Bannockburn.
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