Battle of Rowton Heath
The Battle of Rowton Heath, also known as the Battle of Rowton Moor, occurred on 24 September 1645 during the English Civil War. Fought by the Parliamentarians, commanded by Sydnam Poyntz, and the Royalists under the personal command of King Charles I, it was a significant defeat for the Royalists, with heavy losses and Charles prevented from relieving the Siege of Chester.
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Battle of Rowton Heath
The Battle of Rowton Heath, also known as the Battle of Rowton Moor, occurred on 24 September 1645 during the English Civil War. Fought by the Parliamentarians, commanded by Sydnam Poyntz, and the Royalists under the personal command of King Charles I, it was a significant defeat for the Royalists, with heavy losses and Charles prevented from relieving the Siege of Chester.
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The Battle of Rowton Heath, al ...... n-in-Elmet on 15 October 1645.
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Parliamentarians
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1645-09-24
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Parliamentarian victory
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3,350 horse
3,500 horse
500 musketeers
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Rowton Moor Battle Site
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The Battle of Rowton Heath, al ...... elieving the Siege of Chester.
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