Northampton Castle was held by rebels during the 1173-74 revolt against Henry II. After Henry II returned from Normandy and moved swiftly against the rebellion, Northampton was among the castles besieged by royal forces. The rapid collapse of rebel resistance in the midlands following Henry s return illustrated how dependent the rebellion was on external support from France and Scotland.
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