Historical Events tagged with "royalist"

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Military & Warfare

Bolton Massacre by Royalist Troops

May 28th, 1644 380 years ago

Royalist troops commanded by James Stanley, 7th Earl of Derby, besieged Bolton, leading to a violent attack on the town's population. The assault resulted in the deaths of around 1,600 people, including civilians, as the Royalists aimed to recapture the strategic location during their campaign against Parliamentarian forces. The brutality of the massacre left a lasting impact on the region's loyalty and efforts during the English Civil War.

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Battle of Alton: Key Conflict in Hampshire

December 13th, 1643 381 years ago

The Battle of Alton was a significant military engagement during the English Civil War, fought between Parliamentarian and Royalist forces in December 1643. The skirmish was mainly concentrated around the town of Alton in Hampshire, where a contingent of Royalist troops attempted to retake control from Parliamentarian forces. Notably, this battle demonstrated the ongoing struggle for control of strategic locations and resources during the conflict, highlighting the intense rivalries and shifting allegiances within the warring factions.

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Royalist Victory at Powick Bridge Engagement

September 23rd, 1642 382 years ago

The Battle of Powick Bridge marked the first direct confrontation between the Royalist and Parliamentarian forces during the English Civil War. The battle took place in Worcestershire, England, where royalist troops led by Prince Rupert of the Rhine faced off against parliamentarian forces under the command of Colonel John Brown. Royalist forces emerged victorious after a surprise attack. This skirmish set the tone for the escalating conflict that was to engulf England.

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Defeat of Confederate Irish at Kilrush

April 15th, 1642 382 years ago

A Confederate Irish militia faced a significant defeat when they attempted to block the advance of a Royalist army near Kilrush. The clash resulted in a rout for the Irish forces, showcasing the ongoing tensions during this tumultuous period of the Irish Confederate Wars. The Royalist troops, fighting to maintain their control, effectively overcame the militia, illustrating the military challenges faced by the Confederates in their struggle for autonomy and rights.

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