The Siege of Bedford Castle in 1224 was one of the most important sieges of Henry III's minority. Falkes de Breaute, a powerful mercenary captain from the John era, defied royal authority. Hubert de Burgh besieged the castle systematically; after eight weeks the garrison surrendered. Henry III ordered all twenty-four defenders hanged on the castle mound. The castle was then demolished to prevent future rebellions using it as a base.
24 garrison members hanged; castle demolished
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