Braveheart: The Story of William Wallace

Braveheart: The Life of William Wallace

• The story is set in the 13th century, during the invasion of Scotland by English King Edward I.

Early Life of William Wallace

• In 1276, Edward I called a truce, but killed the Scottish nobles who attended the meeting without weapons.
• William Wallace, then 7 years old, saw the bodies of the nobles.
• His father and brother were killed while attacking the English.
• His uncle took William in, promising to teach him how to use a sword after he learned to use his head.

William Wallace's Rebellion

• William grew up, returned to his village, and secretly married Murron.
• After Murron's death at the hands of the English, William became a rebel.
• He inspired the Scottish people to fight for their freedom, and his victory at the Battle of Stirling made him a legend.

The Battle of Falkirk and Betrayal

• William took the fight into England, but the Scottish nobles refused to help him, prioritizing their own interests over the people's freedom.
• William was defeated at the Battle of Falkirk, which was devastating for him.

Romantic Encounter and Betrayal

• William shared a romantic encounter with Princess Isabella, who conceived his child.
• The Scottish nobles betrayed William, handing him over to the English.
• William was subjected to cruel torture in London and executed in front of a crowd.