He strengthened the position with trenches, and calmly awaited the approach of his enemy.

Upon the following day Pembroke's army was seen approaching, numbering 3000 knights and mounted men-at-arms, all in complete armour.

They were formed in two divisions.

The battle was almost a repetition of that which had been fought by Wallace near the same spot.

The English chivalry levelled their spears and charged with proud confidence of their ability to sweep away the rabble of spearmen in front of them.