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

1982

John Hinckley Jr., President Reagan's failed assassin, pleaded 'not guilty' due to not being mentally sound at trial.

1904

The Australian Labor Party led the world's first Labor Government.

2017

The first guests arrived at Fyre Festival, unaware that it was all a lie.

2005

The Airbus A380 passenger airliner successfully underwent its maiden flight.

1943

Witold Pilecki escaped Auschwitz.

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