National Heroes
Robert (I) the Bruce
Key, c1300, found in the foundations at Castledykes, Dumfries
- Period:
- Medieval Middle Ages
- Description:
This key was found when digging the foundations of the Castle Dykes. In 1306 Robert the Bruce captured the castle of Dumfries at Castledykes, but a month later it was back in English hands. They occupied it until 1313, when it was finally destroyed by Bruce during his fight for Scottish independence.
- Place of Discovery:
- Dumfries
- Source:
- Dumfries Museum & Camera Obscura
- Accession Number:
- DUMFM:1935.26
- Digital Number:
- DMAC007n
- Copyright:
- Dumfries & Galloway Council
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