Battle of Burton Bridge

Name: Battle of Burton Bridge
Start: 1322-03-15
End: 1322-03-18

15 Mar 1322 – 18 Mar 1322 · 52.81° N, 1.62° W

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When: 15 Mar 1322 – 18 Mar 1322
Kind: Battle
Coordinates: 52.81° N, 1.62° W
Description: 1322 victory for King Edward II over the rebellious Earl of Lancaster

Battle of Burton Bridge (1322)

Battle between Thomas, 2nd Earl of Lancaster and his cousin King Edward II of England

The Battle of Burton Bridge was fought between Thomas, 2nd Earl of Lancaster and his cousin King Edward II of England during the Despenser War, from 7 to 10 March 1322. Edward's army was proceeding northwards to engage Lancaster, having defeated his Marcher Lord allies in Wales.

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