BattlefieldsCesford Kerr and English Percy Skirmish 1585
Tudor

Cesford Kerr and English Percy Skirmish 1585

1585
Northumberland, England
Also known as: Kerr versus Percy followers 1585 · Border family feud skirmish 1585
Era
Tudor
Battle Type
Skirmish
Location
Northumberland, England
Status
Unregistered
The Combatants

Who Fought

Defeated
Uncertain
Forces
c.50–100 English Percy; skirmish.
VS
Victor
Uncertain
Forces
c.50–100 Cesford Kerr
Outcome
Armed followers of the Cessford Kerrs clash with Percy servants near the border line over a disputed grazing encroachment
The Battle

History & Significance

Cross-border incidents involving the great magnate families such as Kerr and Percy complicated warden diplomacy by entangling state representatives in private feuds.

Casualties & Losses

Several men killed on both sides

Questions & Answers

Frequently Asked Questions

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