1. Reasons for the Scottish Rebellion
Edward left Scotland in 1296
He believed he had the country firmly under his control...
Why?

2. Edward’s control over Scotland
Nobles
Many had paid homage to Edward
Some were given lands in England

3. Edward’s control over Scotland
Prison
John Balliol was in the Tower of London
Many Scottish leaders and nobles were imprisoned

4. Edward’s control over Scotland
Hostages
Sons and relations of noblemen were taken to England

5. Edward’s control over Scotland
Promises of Loyalty
2000 Important Scots signed the Ragman Rolls

6. Edward’s control over Scotland
Castles
English garrisons controlled Scottish castles

7. Edward’s control over Scotland
Government
Englishmen governed Scotland
John de Warenne, Earl of Surrey – ‘Keeper of Scotland’
Hugh Cressingham – Treasurer (controlled finances)
Sir Walter of Amersham – Chancellor
Sir William Ormesby – Chief Justice

8. Edward’s control over Scotland
Church
Only Englishmen were promoted
Many continued to resist Edward
Bishop Fraser of St Andrews never agreed Edward was King

9. Despite this the Scots still rebelled...