Royal writ concerning removal of Robert Bruce's navy from Isle of Man, 1311 · Revestment 1765

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Name: Royal writ concerning removal of Robert Bruce's navy from Isle of Man, 1311
Description: A bilingual (English and Latin) royal writ from King Edward II dated 15 December 1311, addressed to sheriffs and bailiffs of the northern English counties (Chester, Lancaster, Cumberland, Westmoreland). The writ commands assistance to Gilbert Makasky, seneschal of Anthony de Bek (Bishop of Durham), in provisioning and defending the Isle of Man against an anticipated invasion by Robert Bruce's fleet. The document is relevant to understanding the strategic and military importance of the Isle of Man during the Scottish Wars and the Crown's concerns about Scottish naval power.
Date: 15 December 1311
Place: Isle of Man; Scotland; Cumberland
Collection: Scottish and English Contention
Type: Primary Source Transcription
Date Created: 1311-12-15
Creator: King Edward II
Audience: Sheriffs and bailiffs of Chester, Lancaster, Cumberland, and Westmoreland; Gilbert Makasky (seneschal)
Identifier: Rotuli Scotiæ, 4 Ed. II
Language: English, Latin