James Douglas (the Black)
Sir James Douglas (also known as Good Sir James and the Black Douglas), (circa 1286 – 25 August 1330), was a Scottish soldier, knight and commander during the Scottish Wars of Independence.
Read more about James Douglas (the Black): Early Life, Alliance With Bruce, The Douglas Larder, Roxburgh Falls, Bannockburn, Warlord, Myton and Byland, More Raids, Final Campaign, Succession, Modern Culture
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