Events for June 12

June 12, 1298

William Wallace routs English at the Battle of Black Ironside

Sir William Wallace (c.1270 – 23 August 1305) was a Scottish knight who led a resistance to the English occupation of Scotland during significant periods of the Wars of Scottish Independence. William was the inspiration for the historical novel The Acts and Deeds of Sir William Wallace, Knight of Elderslie written by the 15th century minstrel Blind Harry. The novel is responsible for much of the legend encompassing the history of William Wallace.

June 12, 1741

At the Athy by-election following the death of Sir Walter Dixon Borrowes, Lord Ophaly is returned

June 12, 1916

The Ulster Unionist Council agrees to the immediate implementation of Home Rule if six Ulster counties are temporarily excluded

June 12, 1731

The Revenue Commissioners report the robbery of the Golden Lyon’s cargo at Ballyheige. One of the robbers is caught and turns king’s evidence; the Danish Asiatic Company offers a reward of 10 per cent of the value of the cargo for its recovery. (See June