Hedgely Moor Flashcards
What date was the battle of Hedgely Moor
25 April 1464
Who were the key participants in this battle?
Lord Montagu
Duke of Somerset
Sir Ralph Percy
Robert Hungeford
Lord Thomas Roos
William Tailboys
What did Edward IV announce?
That he wanted to move an army north in order to deal with the rebels
Why did Edward IV want to move an army north?
To deal with the rebels
Who did the Lancastrian forces ambush on his way to Newcastle?
Lord Montagu
Where was Lord Montagu heading when he was ambushed by a Lancastrian force?
Towards Newcastle
What did the Lancastrian force that ambushed Lord Montagu consist of?
A force of archers and 80 men
Was Lord Montagu able to escape the Lancastrian ambush
Yes
Where did Lord Montagu head towards once he had successfully escaped the Lancastrian ambush?
North from Newcastle
Why did Lord Montagu head north from Newcastle once he had successfully escaped the Lancastrian ambush?
To gain reinforcements
Where did the opposing sides clash?
Hedgely Moor
What was the approximate size of the Lancastrian force at Hedgely Moor?
5000 men
What happened before the fighting began that left the Duke of Somerset outnumbered in battle?
The Lancastrian left flank fled the field
What happened as a result of the Lancastrian left flank choosing to flee the field before the fighting had begun?
The Duke of Somerset was outnumbered and the Lancastrians had to withdraw from battle
Who ultimately won the battle of Hedgely Moor?
The Yorkists
