Who was longshanks when William Wallace lived?

"Longshanks" refers to King Edward I of England, who reigned from 1272 to 1307. He earned this nickname due to his tall stature and was known for his brutal campaign to subjugate Scotland during the Wars of Scottish Independence. William Wallace, a key figure in the Scottish resistance, fought against Edward's attempts to assert control over Scotland. Their conflict epitomized the struggle for Scottish independence during that era.