Sterling castle remained under siege in rebel territory when the preparations for this battle began.  
Sterling castle remained under siege in rebel territory when the preparations for this battle began.  One side amassed at Berwick-upon-Tweed, from which they marched across Coldstream to the encounter at the namesake creek.  The Scots chose to fortify themselves near the namesake village and on Gillies Hill, and successfully defended their position from the English cavalry with large fifteen-foot pikes, securing victory for Robert the Bruce against Edward II.  FTP, identify this 1314 battle for Scottish independence.
Sterling castle remained under siege in rebel territory when the preparations for this battle began.  
Battle of Bannockburn