Edward’s Steps to OVERLORDSHIP The Scots were shocked by Edward’s claims of overlordship The Scots were frightened to say no - Edward had an army They avoided giving Edward an answer by saying only a King could answer this
Edward I made it known to the Guardians he had..... Taken control of the Isle of Man (part of the kingdom of Scotland) Appointed the Bishop of Durham (English) as his representative in Scotland to help run the country Isle of Man
Step 1 - The ‘Competitors’ Edward spoke to these men and made them agree he was overlord of Scotland
Step 2 - Castles Edward took control of Scotland’s castles until it was agreed who should be King
Step 3 - Guardians Edward persuaded the Guardians to resign, he could then replace them
Step 4 - The Nobles Edward made the nobles agree he was their overlord and promise to obey him