Battle of Ludford Bridge 1459
Marker: recorded battle location (no official boundary).
Key facts
| Date (year) | 1459 | Wikidata P585 point in time |
|---|---|---|
| Century | 15th century | derived |
| Period | Wars of the Roses & late medieval | derived |
| Country | England | derived |
| War / conflict | Wars of the Roses | Wikidata |
About the battle
The Rout of Ludford Bridge was a largely bloodless confrontation fought in the early years of the Wars of the Roses. It took place on 12 October 1459, and resulted in a setback for the Yorkists. Although this seemed to be a triumph for the rival Lancastrians at the time, they had thrown away their advantage within six months.
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Location
- Recorded location (Wikidata; may be approximate): 52.3638, -2.7189
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