The Battle of Lincoln in 1217 — sometimes called the Fair of Lincoln from the subsequent looting — was one of the most decisive battles in English medieval history. William Marshal, regent for the young Henry III, attacked Louis of France\'s army in the streets and castle of Lincoln. The royalists broke into the castle from the north and attacked the baronial force from multiple directions. The baronial cavalry fled and were pursued south, many being captured. Combined with the naval victory at Sandwich two months later, Lincoln ended French hopes of conquering England.
Relatively few killed; many baronial knights captured and ransomed
Royalist: William Marshal c.400 knights and 300 crossbowmen. Baronial-French: c.600 knights and unknown infantry
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