BattlefieldsDefence of Rye 1377
Medieval

Defence of Rye 1377

1377
Sussex, England
Also known as: Rye garrison resistance 1377
Era
Medieval
Battle Type
Skirmish
Location
Sussex, England
Status
Unregistered
The Combatants

Who Fought

Defeated
Rye garrison
Forces
Rye garrison: c. 100–200 soldiers.
VS
Victor
French raiders
Forces
French raiders: c. 400–700 men
Outcome
Garrison made a stand but was overwhelmed; town subsequently burned
The Battle

History & Significance

The garrison of Rye attempted to hold the town gates against the French in 1377 but was outnumbered; their resistance bought time for inhabitants to flee before the burning.

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