The burning of Hexham in 1296 demonstrated Scottish ability to conduct devastating raids deep into northern England during the early phases of the First Scottish War of Independence. It highlighted English vulnerability in the Border regions and boosted Scottish morale under William Wallace's leadership, showing that English garrisons could be overcome despite superior resources.
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