He was the Scottish rebel who fought against the English and has become the most famous freedom fighter in Scottish history.In this episode, we'll learn all about his battles against the English, and the legacy that William Wallace left on the country.
Introduction to mini-series on Scottish heroes
The brutal execution of William Wallace
Introduction to Scotland (as a part of the British Isles)
William Wallace "the man" vs. William Wallace "the legend"
The death of Alexander II
Gaining a reputation as a hater of the English
Raising a small army and fighting the English
The battle of Stirling Bridge
Being rewarded with the position of The Guardian of Scotland
Edward II marching north to teach William Wallace a lesson
The battle of Falkirk
"The machine gun of the Middle Ages"
Becoming a diplomat and going to Europe
Capture and execution
Legacy of William Wallace within Scotland
1995 film "Braveheart"
Full transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/william-wallace