John Balliol, in an attempt to assert…

John Balliol, in an attempt to assert Scottish independence during his reign, mobilizes troops and prepares to invade northern England.

Edward I responds by immediately invading and subduing Scotland, receiving homage from many nobles, including Bruce.

Edward’s forces storm and captures Berwick-upon-Tweed on March 30, 1296, sacking what is at this time a Scottish border town with much bloodshed, slaughtering most residents, including those who flee to the churches.

After sacking Berwick, Longshanks’ forces defeat and imprison Baliol, then …