The Battle of Homildon Hill occurred as part of the long-standing conflicts in the Anglo-Scottish wars, characterized by power struggles and territorial disputes. The Scottish contingent, which included prominent figures such as Murdoch Stewart, Duke of Albany, and Archibald Douglas, Earl of Douglas, sought to cross into England possibly intending to assert their authority and reclaim lost lands. However, they encountered a disciplined English force comprising mainly 500 archers under the command of George, Earl of March, and Henry Percy, 1st Earl of Northumberland. The location of the battle near Homildon Hill provided a strategic vantage point for the English archers, famed for their skill in long-range precision shooting.In the lead-up to the battle, the Scottish forces underestimated the tactical proficiency of the English archers. As they advanced, the English archers executed a devastating barrage, which disabled the Scottish advance before they could effectively engage in melee combat. The resulting chaos in the Scottish ranks turned the tide decisively in favor of the English, leading to heavy casualties for the Scots, while the English side suffered comparatively minimal losses. This confrontation not only exemplified the effectiveness of archery in medieval warfare but also shifted the balance of power in the region temporarily, emboldening English claims over Scottish territories.