Historical Events tagged with "nationalism"

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Politics & Government

Scots Declare Their Independence in Arbroath

April 6th, 1320 704 years ago

The Declaration of Arbroath was a formal response from Scottish nobles and clergy to Pope John XXII. It asserted Scotland's status as an independent sovereign nation and responded to English claims of dominance. Drafted in Arbroath Abbey, the declaration articulated the desire for self-determination, using powerful rhetoric to declare that the Scottish people would remain free as long as their king, Robert the Bruce, fought for their rights. It emphasized the principle that a ruler could be judged by their ability to protect their people.

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Military & Warfare

Sir William Wallace Captured by Sheriff Stewart

August 5th, 1305 719 years ago

Sir John Stewart of Menteith, a pro-English Sheriff, successfully captures Sir William Wallace, a key figure in the First Scottish War of Independence. Located in the vicinity of Dumbarton, this event followed Wallace's extensive campaign against English rule. Stewart’s actions earned him favor with the English crown, leading to Wallace's imprisonment. After 18 days, Wallace was gruesomely executed through hanging, evisceration, drawing and quartering, and beheading, marking a pivotal and brutal moment in the Scottish struggle for freedom.

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Politics & Government

The Uprising of Asen and Peter Begins

October 26th, 1185 839 years ago

In 1185, Asen and Peter led a rebellion against Byzantine rule, which marked the beginning of the struggle for Bulgarian independence. The uprising was initiated on the feast day of St. Demetrius of Thessaloniki, reflecting the religious and patriotic fervor of the rebels. Political discontent among the Bulgarian populace, who were subjugated under Byzantine authority, fueled the flames of revolt. This event ultimately paved the way for the establishment of the Second Bulgarian Empire, a significant shift in regional power dynamics.

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Politics & Government

Trpimir I Establishes First Croatian Statute

March 4th, 852 1173 years ago

Knez Trpimir I of Croatia issued a significant statute, which is notable for containing the earliest known written mention of the name 'Croat' in Croatian sources. This decree not only defined various legal matters but also served to solidify the identity of the Croatian people during the early medieval period. The statute underscored the growing political structure within the nascent state and emphasized the importance of legal written records in governance.

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