Thousands of Scottish independence supporters march to Bannockburn

In one of a series of events organised by All Under One Banner an estimated 15,000 people took part in a march and rally at Bannockburn yesterday. This is the site of the Battle of Bannockburn on 24 June 1314, which was a significant Scottish victory in the First War of Scottish Independence against the English forces of King Edward II.

Participants in yesterdays pro-independence event marched from Kings Park in Stirling to Bannockburn. Similar events have already been held in Dumfries and Glasgow and further marches are planned for Dundee and Edinburgh later in 2018. All Under One Banner (AUOB) state that: 

"We are a Pro-Independence organisation whose core aim is to march at regular intervals until Scotland is Free.  We will host public processions in support of Scotland regaining Independence.  Marching as All Under One Banner, we are open to everyone who desires to live in an independent nation."