Robert I

noun

Robert the Devil, died 1035, duke of Normandy 1028–35 (father of William I of England).
Also called Robert the Bruce,. 1274–1329, king of Scotland 1306–29.

Robert I

/ ˈrɒbət /

Robert I12741329MScottishPOLITICS: hereditary ruler known as Robert the Bruce . 1274–1329, king of Scotland (1306–29): he defeated the English army of Edward II at Bannockburn (1314) and gained recognition of Scotland's independence (1328)

In 1329 Robert I. granted the harbour to the magistrates of Edinburgh, who did not always use their power wisely.

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