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Andrew Moray (Anglo-Norman: Andreu de Moray; Latin: Andreas de Moravia), also known as Andrew de Moray, Andrew of Moray, or Andrew Murray, an esquire. He became one of Scotland's leaders during the First Scottish War of Independence, initially raising a small band of supporters at Avoch Castle in early summer 1297 to fight King Edward I of England
Andrew Murray, also known as Andrew Moray, Andrew of Moray, or just Moray, lived from around 1270 to 1297. With William Wallace he jointly led the revolt that culminated in the Scottish victory over the English at the Battle of Stirling Bridge in 1297, and he was the father of Sir Andrew Murray, who served as Guardian of Scotland ...
Also known as Andrew de Moray, Andrew of Moray and Andrew Murray, he was the son of a northern nobleman who became a vital and important military leader during the Scottish-English wars of the late 13th Century.
On 11 September 1297, the forces of Andrew Moray and William Wallace defeated the combined English forces of John de Warenne, 6th Earl of Surrey, and Hugh de Cressingham near Stirling, on the River Forth.
- 11 September 1297
- Scottish victory
Andrew de Moray, a pivotal figure in the Wars of Scottish Independence, stands as a symbol of Scottish resistance against English dominance during the tumultuous 13th and 14th centuries. Born into a noble family, Moray emerged as a prominent leader in the struggle for Scottish independence alongside figures like William Wallace and Robert the ...
Dec 22, 2003 · The story of Andrew de Moray, the leader of northern Scotland's campaign for independence in the 13th Century, and who fought side by side with William Wallace.
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In the north east of Scotland, Andrew Moray led a campaign against English rule. Across the south west, William Wallace was engaged in skirmishes with English forces.
