BattlefieldsSiege of Perth by Edward I 1298
Medieval

Siege of Perth by Edward I 1298

1298
Perthshire, Scotland
Also known as: Edward I at Perth 1298 · English retake Perth 1298
Era
Medieval
Battle Type
Siege
Location
Perthshire, Scotland
Status
Unregistered
The Combatants

Who Fought

Defeated
Scottish garrison
Forces
Scottish garrison c. 200–400.
VS
Victor
England (Edward I)
Forces
English besiegers c. 3,000–6,000
Outcome
Perth retaken by Edward I after Falkirk campaign
The Battle

History & Significance

After his victory at Falkirk in 1298, Edward I moved to consolidate English control of Scotland. Perth — Bertha — was one of the major Scottish towns retaken. The town was an important crossing point on the Tay and gateway to the Highlands. English control of Perth was essential for any claim to rule Scotland, making it one of the most contested towns of the wars.

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