BattlefieldsDefence of Southampton 1338
Medieval

Defence of Southampton 1338

1338
Hampshire, England
Also known as: Resistance at Southampton 1338
Era
Medieval
Battle Type
Skirmish
Location
Hampshire, England
Status
Unregistered
The Combatants

Who Fought

Defeated
Southampton garrison
Forces
English defenders: c.150–250 garrison & townspeople
VS
Victor
French raiders
Forces
French raiders: c.400–600
Outcome
English defenders overwhelmed; town burned despite resistance
The Battle

History & Significance

The failed defence of Southampton in 1338 led directly to a royal commission to strengthen the town walls and galvanised wider investment in English coastal fortifications.

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