Events tagged with "anglo-scottish"

Historical Events tagged with "anglo-scottish"

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Military & Warfare

Decisive Victory at Homildon Hill

September 14th, 1402 622 years ago

A Scottish army led by Murdoch Stewart and Archibald Douglas faced catastrophic defeat against only 500 English archers commanded by George, Earl of March, and Henry Percy. The battle took place near the village of Homildon Hill, Northumberland, marking a significant moment in the ongoing conflict between England and Scotland. The English archers utilized their remarkable skills to decimate the Scottish forces, who were caught by surprise and unable to respond effectively due to tactical misjudgments.