'''John Baliol''' (c. 1249 - late 1314) also known as Toom Tabard (meaning Empty Coat) was chosen by [[Edward I]] of [[England]] as ruler of [[Scotland]]. Baliol worked towards improving and modernising the Scottish law system by appointing many new sheriffs. Baliol also worked to further increase international trade, especially with [[France]]. | '''John Baliol''' (c. 1249 - late 1314) also known as Toom Tabard (meaning Empty Coat) was chosen by [[Edward I]] of [[England]] as ruler of [[Scotland]]. Baliol worked towards improving and modernising the Scottish law system by appointing many new sheriffs. Baliol also worked to further increase international trade, especially with [[France]]. |