BattlefieldsAnarchy, Wherwell Ambush, 1141
Medieval

Anarchy, Wherwell Ambush, 1141

1141
England
Era
Medieval
Battle Type
ambush
Location
England
Status
Unregistered
The Combatants

Who Fought

Defeated
Robert of Gloucester's Angevin forces (rearguard)
VS
Victor
William of Ypres
Outcome
Robert of Gloucester's attempt to fortify Wherwell Abbey to relieve the siege of Winchester was defeated by William of Ypres with heavy Angevin losses; the abbey was subsequently burned, contributing to the Angevin decision to abandon the siege and retreat, which led to the Rout of Winchester
The Battle

History & Significance

Anarchy, Wherwell Ambush, 1141 was a ambush of the Medieval period, fought in England in 1141. This engagement forms part of the broader pattern of conflict that shaped the political and military history of the UK during this era.

Suspected site. The exact location is uncertain.
Casualties & Losses

Described only as 'heavy losses' for the Angevin force; no specific numbers recorded

Forces Involved

not recorded

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