BattlefieldsFrench Raid on Lewes 1377
Medieval

French Raid on Lewes 1377

1377
Sussex, England
Also known as: French raiders at Lewes 1377
Era
Medieval
Battle Type
Skirmish
Location
Sussex, England
Status
Unregistered
The Combatants

Who Fought

Defeated
Lewes area militia
Forces
Lewes area militia: c. 200–350 soldiers.
VS
Victor
French raiders
Forces
French raiders: c. 400–600 men
Outcome
Raiders penetrated inland to Lewes from the coast; town threatened
The Battle

History & Significance

The French advance to Lewes in 1377 was remarkable for its depth inland, showing that the raiders were not confined to coastal strips but could threaten the Sussex county town itself.

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