Why Did King Edward I Invade Scotland?

On April 27, 1296

King Edward I of England fought the Scots to punish King John Balliol for not being an ally against France with England.

This Day in History - April 27

1940

Heinrich Himmler ordered the construction of the Auschwitz Concentration Camp.

1810

Beethoven composed his famous short piano piece, 'Für Elise.'

2022

A fireball was spotted over southern Mississippi.

2005

The Airbus A380 passenger airliner successfully underwent its maiden flight.

1773

Britain implemented a Tea Act against its American colonies.

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