BattlefieldsSiege of Arundel Castle (Civil War of 1173-74)
Medieval

Siege of Arundel Castle (Civil War of 1173-74)

1173
West Sussex, England
Also known as: Arundel Castle 1173
Era
Medieval
Battle Type
Siege
Location
West Sussex, England
Status
Unregistered
The Combatants

Who Fought

Defeated
Rebels
VS
Victor
Royalists (Henry II)
Outcome
Royalists suppressed the Sussex rebellion
The Battle

History & Significance

During the great rebellion of Henry II's sons (1173-74), supporters of the Young King held out in Sussex. Arundel was a key rebel strongpoint that was besieged and reduced. Henry II's ultimate triumph suppressed this baronial rebellion entirely.

Forces Involved

Royalists: c.800–1,200 men. Rebels: c.200–300 garrison.

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