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Edward Balliol abdicates as King of Scots

Edward Balliol or Edward de Balliol (Scottish Gaelic: Èideard Balliol; c. 1283 – January 1364) was a claimant to the Scottish throne during the Second War of Scottish Independence.

Edward Balliol or Edward de Balliol (Scottish Gaelic: Èideard Balliol; c. 1283 – January 1364) was a claimant to the Scottish throne during the Second War of Scottish Independence. With English help, he ruled parts of the kingdom from 1332 to 1356.

Historical Significance

Edward Balliol or Edward de Balliol (Scottish Gaelic: Èideard Balliol; c.

Events Before

  1. Charles I of Bohemia is crowned with the Iron Crown of Lombardy

    Charles I of Bohemia is crowned with the Iron Crown of Lombardy

  2. The St. Scholastica's Day riot breaks out in Oxford, England, leaving 62 scholars and perhaps 30 locals dead in two days

    The St. Scholastica's Day riot breaks out in Oxford, England, leaving 62 scholars and perhaps 30 locals dead in two days

  3. 1,200 Jews of Toledo, Spain killed by Count Henry of Trastamara

    1,200 Jews of Toledo, Spain killed by Count Henry of Trastamara

  4. Tvrtko I writes in castro nostro Vizoka vocatum from old town Visoki

    Tvrtko I writes in castro nostro Vizoka vocatum from old town Visoki

  5. English invasion army under King Edward lands at Calais

    Edward of Woodstock (15 June 1330 – 8 June 1376), known as the Black Prince, was the eldest son and heir apparent of King Edward III of England.

Events After

  1. Peace of Ath signed (in modern Belgium), settles Brabant succession

    Peace of Ath signed (in modern Belgium), settles Brabant succession

  2. The "Peace of Ath", signed by Count Louis II of Flanders and Duke Wenceslaus of Luxembourg ends the attempt of the succe

    The "Peace of Ath", signed by Count Louis II of Flanders and Duke Wenceslaus of Luxembourg ends the attempt of the succession of Brabant

  3. Charles IV, Holy Roman emperor, assists laying the foundation stone of Charles Bridge in Prague

    Charles IV, Holy Roman emperor, assists laying the foundation stone of Charles Bridge in Prague

  4. Charles IV issues letter of protection of Jews of Strasbourg Alsace

    Charles IV issues letter of protection of Jews of Strasbourg Alsace

  5. John I of Portugal is born

    John I of Portugal is born

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Frequently Asked Questions

What happened on January 20, 1356?
Edward Balliol or Edward de Balliol (Scottish Gaelic: Èideard Balliol; c. 1283 – January 1364) was a claimant to the Scottish throne during the Second War of Scottish Independence. With English help, he ruled parts of the kingdom from 1332 to 1356.
Why is Edward Balliol abdicates as King of Scots significant?
Edward Balliol or Edward de Balliol (Scottish Gaelic: Èideard Balliol; c.

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