Great Raid of 1322 facts for kids

Quick facts for kids The Great Raid of 1322
Part of First Scottish War of Independence
Date 30 September – 2 November 1322 Location Northern England Result Scottish success
Belligerents
Kingdom of Scotland	Kingdom of England
Commanders and leaders
Robert the Bruce	Edward II

The Great Raid of 1322 was a major attack led by Robert the Bruce, the King of Scotland. It happened during the First War of Scottish Independence, a long fight between Scotland and England. From September 30 to November 2, 1322, Scottish forces swept through Northern England. This raid caused a lot of damage and led to the Battle of Old Byland. The Scots burned buildings, stole valuable items, and captured people and animals. This event was a major success for Scotland.

What Was the Great Raid of 1322?

The Great Raid of 1322 was a large-scale military raid. It was led by Robert the Bruce, the King of Scotland. The raid took place in Northern England during the autumn of 1322. It lasted for over a month, from September 30 to November 2. This raid was a key event in the First War of Scottish Independence. It showed Scotland's strength and determination against England.

Why Did the Scots Raid England?

The raid happened after Thomas of Lancaster died. He was an important English noble. Scotland had supported him to weaken England during their war. After his death, the Scots wanted to take advantage of the situation. They hoped to gain some of his wealth and lands. This was a way to hurt England and help Scotland's cause.

Where Did the Scottish Raiders Go?

The Scottish raiders went deep into England. They started by attacking areas near Carlisle. They also targeted Holm Cultram Abbey and Northumberland. The Scots then moved into North Yorkshire. They even reached as far south as Chorley in Lancashire. Some Scottish forces also raided the East Riding. They even attacked the areas just outside the city of York.

What Happened During the Raid?

During the raid, the Scots caused a lot of destruction. They burned and destroyed many properties. They stole valuable items from wealthy people and abbeys. Some residents and their livestock were captured. These captives and animals were taken back to Scotland.

• Bribes for Safety: Some places were lucky. Towns like Richmond paid the Scots money. This bribe saved them from being attacked and destroyed.
• Widespread Damage: However, most towns and settlements were not so fortunate. They suffered greatly from the raid. The Scots left a path of damage and fear across Northern England.

What Was the Result of the Raid?

The Great Raid of 1322 was a big success for Scotland. It showed that Scotland could attack deep into English territory. This put a lot of pressure on King Edward II. After the raid, a truce was signed. This agreement happened at Bishopthorpe in 1323. The truce brought a temporary stop to the fighting between Scotland and England.