The succession problem 1286-1292
The main events that occurred between the death of Alexander III and Balliol becoming the King of Scotland.
Succession problemThe succession problem 1286-1292
The deaths of King Alexander III and the Maid of Norway plunged Scotland into crisis. The nobles asked Edward I to choose a new king. This led to Edward鈥檚 increased involvement in Scottish affairs.
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