Evidence and Interpretations of Stirling Bridge Over Time Flashcards

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In history, what do we mean by 'evidence' for the Battle of Stirling Bridge?

Clues we use to find out about the battle, such as writings, objects, maps and the land.

A source made at the time, like a medieval chronicle or a letter written soon after the battle.

A source made later by someone using other evidence, such as a modern book, website or documentary.

They wrote from different sides and had different loyalties. This could change how they showed the battle.

They often called him a rebel and criminal who rose against King Edward and his rule in Scotland.

They showed Wallace as a national hero who freed Scotland and stressed Scottish bravery and the great victory.

The bridge was wood and rotted away, bodies and weapons were cleared, and later building work changed the site.

They study the river, slopes and narrow ground to work out where each side stood and why the Scots had an advantage.

No bridge remains have been found, and written sources are short and unclear, so historians must interpret limited clues.

It is someone’s view or explanation of the battle, based on evidence but also shaped by their own ideas.

In the 1800s, Scottish pride grew, so writers and monuments praised Wallace and made the victory seem even more heroic.

It was made long after, mainly to entertain, so it changes key facts, such as leaving out the bridge itself.