Royal writ for arrest of Isle of Man malefactors supporting Robert de Brus, 1311

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Name
Royal writ for arrest of Isle of Man malefactors supporting Robert de Brus, 1311
Description
A royal writ from King Edward II (or successor) commanding English bailiffs to arrest malefactors of the Isle of Man who supported Robert de Brus (Robert the Bruce) and had caused damage in England. The document demonstrates medieval English crown authority over the Isle and its inhabitants, and was part of the Monumenta de Insula Manniae collection. Similar writs were issued to bailiffs in Ireland and Wales.
Date
16 December 1311
Place
Wales
Isle of Man
England
Ireland
Collection
Scottish and English Contention
Type
Primary Source Transcription
Date Created
1311-12-16
Creator
The King of England
Audience
Bailiffs, ministers and faithful subjects in England, Ireland, and Wales
Identifier
Rotuli Scotiae; Manx Society vols IV, VII, IX
Language
English and Latin