BattlefieldsBattle of Chalgrove Field
English Civil War

Battle of Chalgrove Field

1643
Oxfordshire, England
Era
English Civil War
Battle Type
Pitched Battle
Location
Oxfordshire, England
Status
Registered · EHB24a
The Combatants

Who Fought

Defeated
Parliamentarians
Forces
Parliamentarians c.2,000–2,500. Pitched cavalry engagement with significant losses.
VS
Victor
Royalists (Prince Rupert)
Forces
Royalists c.2,500–3,000
Outcome
Royalist victory; John Hampden mortally wounded
The Battle

History & Significance

John Hampden — the man who had defied Ship Money and helped cause the Civil War — was shot and died six days later. His death removed one of Parliament's most respected and conciliatory leaders at a critical moment.

Registered Historic Battlefield

This battlefield is listed on the Register of Historic Battlefields — a national designation identifying Britain's most significant battle sites for protection and further research. Reference: EHB24a.

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