Battle of Edgehill
At a glance:
- Series: Magill’s Guide to Military History
- Categories: Military History
- Subcategories: Wars, Battles, Civil Wars, Coups
- Curriculum: British History, 17th Century European History
- Geographical Location: England, United Kingdom
- Date: October 23, 1642
Article abstract: Type of action: Ground battle in the English Civil War of 1642-1651. Result: Though both sides claimed victory, the edge lay with the Royalists as the earl of Essex withdrew to the north, leaving the road to London open.
On October 23, 1642, forces led by Charles I and Prince Rupert drove the Parliamentary army of Robert Devereux, third earl of Essex, from the field at Edgehill in the first major battle of the English Civil War of 1642-1651. Following an artillery bombardment, Royalist forces advanced down the hill in close ranks with cavalry on...
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