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Baronial conspiracy for Curthose

1088
Kent, England
Also known as: 1088 conspiracy · Rufus suppresses baronial revolt 1088
Era
Medieval
Battle Type
Skirmish
Location
Kent, England
Status
Unregistered
The Combatants

Who Fought

Defeated
English barons supporting Robert Curthose
Forces
Rebel barons: c.5,000–8,000 scattered forces.
VS
Victor
William II (Rufus)
Forces
William Rufus: c.15,000–20,000
Outcome
Widespread baronial conspiracy in favour of Curthose crushed without pitched battle
The Battle

History & Significance

The suppression of the broader 1088 conspiracy beyond the three main castle sieges confirmed that the majority of English barons would support an effective king over an absent duke, legitimising the Rufus settlement.

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