BattlefieldsBattle of Milford Haven
Medieval

Battle of Milford Haven

1485
Pembrokeshire, Wales
Also known as: Henry Tudor's Landing
Era
Medieval
Battle Type
Skirmish
Location
Pembrokeshire, Wales
Status
Unregistered
The Combatants

Who Fought

Forces
Not recorded in historical accounts
Forces
c. 500–1,500 local Yorkist forces; landing skirmish.
VS
Victor
Henry Tudor
Forces
c. 2,000–3,000 Henry Tudor (French & Welsh)
Outcome
Henry landed unopposed; began march to Bosworth
The Battle

History & Significance

Henry Tudor landed at Mill Bay near Milford Haven with a small French and Welsh force. He marched through Wales gathering supporters, claiming descent from the ancient Welsh kings. The Welsh rallied to him — Rhys ap Thomas brought crucial reinforcements. The march through Wales to Bosworth was an essential part of the Tudor victory.

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