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Declaration of Arbroath

Scottish history
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The Declaration of Arbroath was a pivotal document in Scottish history, composed in 1320 at Arbroath Abbey. It was essentially a letter from the Scottish Parliament to the Pope, asserting Scotland's independence. This declaration was a direct result of Robert the Bruce's victory over the English at the Battle of Bannockburn in 1314. The document pledged the support of Scottish nobles to King Robert in his ongoing struggle for Scottish sovereignty. The Declaration of Arbroath is considered a powerful statement of Scottish national identity and a significant moment in the country's fight for independence.12

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