The history of the Battle of Bannockburn and the campaign for Scottish independence

The Battle of Bannockburn is one of the biggest days in Scottish history. Credit: ITV News

A small celebration has taken place to remember one of the biggest days in Scottish history - the Battle of Bannockburn. It marks the seven hundredth anniversary of the defeat of King Edward the Second of England, by Robert the Bruce.

To many, it may seem a good event for campaigners for Scottish independence to capitalise on, but not so apparently.

ITV News correspondent Martin Geissler found out why: