Be formless, shapeless, like water. Now, you put water into a cup, it becomes the cup. You put it into a bottle it becomes the bottle. You put it into a teapot, it becomes the teapot. Now, water can flow or crash. Be water my friend
by tt September 18, 2003
Although he started his military career fighting for the English at the behest of his father, Robert would eventually become the first King of Scotland following the occupation of Edward I. King Robert I is most famous for his impressive victory at the Battle of Bannockburn (contrary to popular belief, nothing to do with burning his trousers or 'bannocks') in 1314.
The Scottish won Bannockburn quite decisively. Despite being outnumbered more than three to one by the better equipped English forces, the battle was won in under two days and with the Scottish forces taking minimal losses, counting only two knights among those killed. So crushed were the English by their defeat at Bannockburn that most of their forces were routed and fled in various directions, only to be killed by farmers or militia parties as they attempted to make for the border. In the end, of the 16,000 men fielded by the English roughly 11,000 were killed.
Robert the Bruce would go on to sign the Declaration of Arbroath, a letter that would be sent to the then Pope John XXII, that would seal Scotland's fate as an independent nation and was the inspiration for similar documents throughout history, including the American Declaration of Independance.
All in all, Robert the Bruce was a brilliant King, powerful warrior and all-round decent guy.That is, if you discount that whole 'fighting for the English' thing he had at the start. But, hey. Nobody's perfect!
The Scottish won Bannockburn quite decisively. Despite being outnumbered more than three to one by the better equipped English forces, the battle was won in under two days and with the Scottish forces taking minimal losses, counting only two knights among those killed. So crushed were the English by their defeat at Bannockburn that most of their forces were routed and fled in various directions, only to be killed by farmers or militia parties as they attempted to make for the border. In the end, of the 16,000 men fielded by the English roughly 11,000 were killed.
Robert the Bruce would go on to sign the Declaration of Arbroath, a letter that would be sent to the then Pope John XXII, that would seal Scotland's fate as an independent nation and was the inspiration for similar documents throughout history, including the American Declaration of Independance.
All in all, Robert the Bruce was a brilliant King, powerful warrior and all-round decent guy.That is, if you discount that whole 'fighting for the English' thing he had at the start. But, hey. Nobody's perfect!
Quite mis-portrayed in the feature film 'Braveheart' as a weasely coward, in reality Robert the Bruce was a formidable warrior and great leader of men. On the first day of Bannockburn he entered into a duel with an enemy lieutenant by the name of Henry de Bohun mounted on a small palfrey, wearing no armour and carrying only his favourite battleaxe, compared to de Bohun who was riding his warhorse, wearing full battle armour and wielding a lance. De Bohun charged at Bruce, who waited until the last second before gracefully manoeuvring the horse out of the way, standing up in his stirrups and swinging his axe at de Bohun's head with enough force to cleave his head and helmet clean in two and shatter the axe's handle. When asked later about the enormous risk the King had taken in such a bout, Bruce thought nothing of it save that he expressed remorse over breaking the handle of his favourite axe.
by TheLastKingOfScotland July 17, 2010
by Ch1nk April 28, 2005
Ben Bruce is the lead guitarist and backing vocals for British band Asking Alexandria. Asking Alexandria come from York, North Yorkshire, England, UK. Ben is currently 23 and celebrates his birthday on October 31st. Asking Alexandria are currently on tour and Ben Bruce is working on a solo album. Ben also has a clothing range; Ben Bruce Clothing.
Asking Alexandria fan 1: Hey, did you hear Ben Bruce solo in not the American average?
Asking Alexandria fan 2: YES! His voice is just amazing!
Asking Alexandria fan 1: I know right!
Asking Alexandria fan 2: YES! His voice is just amazing!
Asking Alexandria fan 1: I know right!
by BitchesLoveBenBruce July 31, 2012
The fucking man. Has recorded 16 albums with Iron Maiden, 9 solo albums, is an Olympic-level fencer, has written 2 novels, has been a TV actor and presenter, and he owns/can drive a tank. Probably well-endowed as well.
by IWouldGiveMyVirginityToBruce February 21, 2008
Superiour master of Kung Fu and other Wu Shu, the only "Hollywoodized" martial artist who ever came close to Bruce Lee's mastery of Kung Fu is Yang Sze (more commonly known as Bolo Yeung, he starred in a number of Bruce's movies, as well as the slew of Van Damme's kickboxing flix -- almost invariably as the bad guy.) Jackie Chan, Jet Li, and especially Brandon Lee, etc., did not come close.
Contrary to the haters' belief, Bruce Lee has had a number of high-publicity fights, including one with Bolo(although not taped.)
Bruce Lee's fighting style, and indeed his whole life, has lots of controversy around it. All that controversy aside, the success Bruce Lee attained cannot be forgotten.
Contrary to the haters' belief, Bruce Lee has had a number of high-publicity fights, including one with Bolo(although not taped.)
Bruce Lee's fighting style, and indeed his whole life, has lots of controversy around it. All that controversy aside, the success Bruce Lee attained cannot be forgotten.
Bruce Lee.
by fM!phil May 28, 2003
Bay Area suburban white gang that harasses minorities. Their innocuous tomfoolery includes vehicular manslaughter, assault and battery, extortion, armed robbery, illegal distribution of mind-inhibiting substances, contempt of court, purgery, and J-walking. This highly sophisticated gang funds its devious operations by selling overdue library books on the black market, extorting innocent tourists, and insurance fraud.
Jamal: Y'all be exceptionally vigilant tonight. Dem Bruce Brothers be lurkin on the streets!
Darius: Oh boy! Jeepers Creepers! I appreciate the info my brotha!
(Tyrone doesn't show up to class)
Terrance: Hey guys, have you seen Tyrone? Hopefully, the Bruce Brothers didn't get him.
Everyone: Oh no! Let's hope not!
Darius: Oh boy! Jeepers Creepers! I appreciate the info my brotha!
(Tyrone doesn't show up to class)
Terrance: Hey guys, have you seen Tyrone? Hopefully, the Bruce Brothers didn't get him.
Everyone: Oh no! Let's hope not!
by grassfedcowabunga January 15, 2023