BattlefieldsFrench Raid on Shoreham 1377
Medieval

French Raid on Shoreham 1377

1377
Sussex, England
Also known as: French attack on Shoreham 1377
Era
Medieval
Battle Type
Skirmish
Location
Sussex, England
Status
Unregistered
The Combatants

Who Fought

Defeated
Shoreham townspeople
Forces
Shoreham townspeople: c. 100–200 defenders.
VS
Victor
French raiders
Forces
French raiders: c. 300–500 men
Outcome
Port town raided; harbour vessels seized
The Battle

History & Significance

Shoreham was one of several Sussex ports attacked in the catastrophic French raiding season of 1377, its harbour being a useful asset for both legitimate trade and the naval service.

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