BattlefieldsWyatt Rebellion — London Bridge Gate Action February 1554
Tudor

Wyatt Rebellion — London Bridge Gate Action February 1554

1554
England
Era
Tudor
Battle Type
Pitched Battle
Location
England
Status
Unregistered
The Combatants

Who Fought

Defeated
Wyatt's rebels
Forces
Wyatt rebel army of approx 3,000
VS
Victor
Royal forces
Forces
Royal London garrison
Outcome
Bridge held; royal defenders thwarted rebel plan; Wyatt forced to alternative route.
The Battle

History & Significance

The gates of London Bridge were held against Wyatts force by the Earl of Pembroke commanding the London defences. Finding the bridge barred, Wyatt was forced to make the long detour via Kingston, costing him critical time and support.

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