Born around 1296, Marjorie Bruce was the daughter of Robert the Bruce, King of Scots, and Isabella of Mar. Her early life was marked by the turmoil of the Wars of Scottish Independence. In 1306, at just 10, Marjorie was captured by English forces after her father declared himself king. She spent eight years in captivity, moving between English convents and castles. In 1314, following the Scottish victory at Bannockburn, she was released in a prisoner exchange. A year later, Marjorie married Walt

The tragic story of Marjorie Bruce, Daughter of Robert the Bruce who rests in the iconic Paisley Abbey. Short pad trip from Edinburgh or Glasgow. | Walkingbonniescotland

Born around 1296, Marjorie Bruce was the daughter of Robert the Bruce, King of Scots, and Isabella of Mar. Her early life was marked by the turmoil of the Wars of Scottish Independence. In 1306, at just 10, Marjorie was captured by English forces after her father declared himself king. She spent eight years in captivity, moving between English convents and castles. In 1314, following the Scottish victory at Bannockburn, she was released in a prisoner exchange. A year later, Marjorie married Walt