Battle of Ormskirk 1644
Marker: recorded battle location (no official boundary).
Key facts
| Date (year) | 1644 | Wikidata P585 point in time |
|---|---|---|
| Century | 17th century | derived |
| Period | Civil Wars | derived |
| Country | England | derived |
| War / conflict | English Civil War | Wikidata |
About the battle
The Battle of Ormskirk (also known as the Battle of Aughton Moss) was fought on 20 August 1644 during the First English Civil War. It was a decisive victory for the Parliamentarian force commanded by Major-General Sir John Meldrum over the Royalist force commanded by Lord Byron.
Visiting the battlefield
Location
- Recorded location (Wikidata; may be approximate): 53.5665, -2.8869
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