BattlefieldsSkirmish at Ravenspur
Medieval

Skirmish at Ravenspur

1471
East Yorkshire, England
Also known as: Ravenspur landing 1471 · Edward IV landing 1471
Era
Medieval
Battle Type
Skirmish
Location
East Yorkshire, England
Status
Unregistered
The Combatants

Who Fought

Defeated
Lancastrian coastal forces
VS
Victor
Edward IV
Outcome
Edward IV landed unopposed and began march inland
The Battle

History & Significance

Edward IV landed at Ravenspur on the Humber in March 1471, initially claiming only the Duchy of York, and encountered little resistance as local lords waited to see his fortunes.

Forces Involved

Edward IV c. 1,000–2,000; coastal forces c. 400–800

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