Military & Warfare

David of Burgundy Defends Westbroek

An army led by David of Burgundy, the Bishop of Utrecht, engaged a rioting mob from Utrecht seeking revenge for the massacre of Westbroek's inhabitants. The confrontation was a significant moment of local conflict that showcased the volatile relationship between the Church and the populace in the region. The Bishop's forces, numbering between 4,000 and 5,000, aimed to assert control and prevent further violence while the armed mob sought retribution for perceived injustices.

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