On 10 May 1307, Robert the Bruce gains his first significant victory over the forces of Edward I of England when he defeats Aymer de Valence, 2nd Earl of Pembroke and his army at the Battle of Loudoun Hill during the First War of Scottish Independence.
Robert the Bruce defeats de Valence at Loudoun Hill
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