BattlefieldsSkirmish at Bristol
Medieval

Skirmish at Bristol

1471
Somerset, England
Also known as: Bristol 1471
Era
Medieval
Battle Type
Skirmish
Location
Somerset, England
Status
Unregistered
The Combatants

Who Fought

Defeated
Lancastrians
VS
Victor
Edward IV
Outcome
Bristol provided supplies and cannon to Edward IV on his march west
The Battle

History & Significance

Bristol received Edward IV warmly in 1471 providing artillery that would be used at Tewkesbury, marking a crucial logistical moment in the campaign.

Forces Involved

Edward IV's army c. 8,000–12,000 received at Bristol; garrison c. 200–400.

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