Robert the Bruce and Lochmaben Castle

Lochmaben Castle was a stronghold of the Bruce Family for many years, but the Wars of Independence saw it change hands many times, before Edward Bruce recaptured it, and Robert finished building it. Here's a wee history of the Castle.
Sources:
In the footsteps of Robert Bruce. 1999.
Young, Alan. Stead, Michael J.
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The Royal Burgh of Lochmaben: its history, its castles and its churches. 1988.
Wilson, John B.
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Canmore, Lochmaben Castle
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Many thanks to Galloway Then and Now for their filming assistance and Dumfries and Galloway Libraries for the books and support.
Intro/outro maps from Google Earth
I make these short #history films as a hobby, so I don't make any money from them. If you have liked what I do, maybe you could buy me a coffee?
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Yet another most appreciated historical remembrance, Angela. Memory Lane. I shall now delve even deeper into this worthy artefact. Thank you.
I visited Lochmaben Castle circa 1992, with my Darling Mary. At the time, we resided at East Orchard Cottage, Beattock, and _sojourned_ to the Castle one old weekend afternoon. Lonely, ethereal aspect, for which we were grateful. Years before, my Paternal Granny Reid told me, at age eight, I have the Second Sight! A grateful insight, as I then and now understand 'stuff' that others perhaps do not experience.
All the best, Angela. I will surely donate what I can towards your new camera.
Rab (and Mary!) 🍻 😎 🕊

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Glad you enjoyed it once again. It's a powerfully evocative place Always grateful for your appreciation and support!

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@@gallowayretold6124 Thank you, Angela. You and your dedication are always so welcome.
Until the next time.
Rab 🕊