BattlefieldsBattle of Tiptoft's Executions — Lose-coat context
Medieval

Battle of Tiptoft's Executions — Lose-coat context

1470
Lincolnshire, England
Also known as: Stamford skirmish 1470
Era
Medieval
Battle Type
Skirmish
Location
Lincolnshire, England
Status
Unregistered
The Combatants

Who Fought

Defeated
Lincolnshire rebels (Sir Robert Welles)
VS
Victor
Yorkists (Edward IV)
Outcome
Rebels scattered before Empingham; some context skirmish at Stamford
The Battle

History & Significance

The preliminary skirmish at Stamford preceded the main rout at Empingham (Losecote Field). Edward IV pursued the rebels from Stamford and caught them in open country. The rapid sequence of interceptions demonstrated Edward's personal energy as a commander — he was capable of swift, decisive movement that trapped his enemies before they could concentrate.

Forces Involved

Edward IV c. 3,000–4,000; rebels c. 2,000–3,000

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