John of Scotland
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John, King of Scots (1248-1314) is usually known as John Balliol or, correctly, John de Balliol. He was born in 1248, probably at Barnard Castle.
After the death of Margaret of Scotland in 1290, John Balliol was made king of Scotland at Scone, 30th November, 1292, St. Andrew's Day.
Edward I steadily undermined the authority of King John. He treated Scotland as subjected state. When the Scots did not accept that Edward I invaded Scotland (First War of Scottish Independence). John died in 1314 at Hélicourt, France.
