Royal writ for arrest of Isle of Man malefactors supporting Robert de Brus, 1311

pp152153 Manx Soc vol 7 Monumenta de Insula Manniae Vol 2.txt
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Royal writ for arrest of Isle of Man malefactors supporting Robert de Brus, 1311
Description
A royal writ issued by King Edward II commanding bailiffs in England, Ireland, and Wales to arrest malefactors from the Isle of Man who supported Robert de Brus (Robert the Bruce) and had caused damage to the Crown and its subjects. The writ authorizes detention in royal prisons pending further royal command. This document demonstrates early medieval royal jurisdiction over the island and the Crown's concern with Manx political allegiances during the Scottish Wars of Independence.
Date
16 December 1311
Place
Wales
Isle of Man
England
Ireland
Collection
Scottish and English Contention
Type
Primary Source Transcription
Date Created
1311-12-16
Creator
King Edward II of England
Audience
Bailiffs, ministers, and faithful subjects in England, Ireland, and Wales
Identifier
Rotuli Scotiae; 4 Ed IV
Language
English and Latin