William Wallace was captured at The Well in Robroyston on August 3, 1305.
He was taken to London an tried for treason on August 23, and his reply to the charge was, "I cannot be a traitor, since I never swore fealty to the English King."
Nevertheless, he was hanged, cut down while still breathing, disembowelled, had his genitals cut off, and that great Scottish heart, still beating, was torn from his chest and thrown into fire. It was said that the hanging, drawing and beheading was so horrific, that even the medieval judges could not bear to watch!
There is a plaque in Smithfield, England that marks the place where he was executed. Inscribed are the words Bas agus Buaid! ~ Death and Victory! Also inscribed in latin are the words, "I'll tell you the truth, Freedom is what is best. Son, never live life like a slave!"
His memory will always be a source of pride, honour and inspiration to his countrymen.
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