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Medieval

Death of Robert of Rhuddlan

1093
Flintshire, Wales
Also known as: Robert of Rhuddlan killed 1093 · Gruffudd ap Cynan defeats Normans
Era
Medieval
Battle Type
Skirmish
Location
Flintshire, Wales
Status
Unregistered
The Combatants

Who Fought

Defeated
Robert of Rhuddlan
Forces
Robert of Rhuddlan's force: c.500–1,000.
VS
Victor
Gruffudd ap Cynan of Gwynedd
Forces
Gruffudd ap Cynan: c.2,000–3,500
Outcome
Robert of Rhuddlan killed at sea; Norman advance into Gwynedd halted
The Battle

History & Significance

The killing of Robert of Rhuddlan by Gruffudd ap Cynan ended the most aggressive phase of Norman penetration into north Wales and became the catalyst for the great Welsh revolt of 1094.

Casualties & Losses

Robert of Rhuddlan killed; head displayed on ship prow

Questions & Answers

Frequently Asked Questions

Protected heritage nearby

Scheduled Monuments near Death of Robert of Rhuddlan

Pont Dafydd (old)
Scheduled monument · Post Medieval/Modern · ~1.5 miles
Three Round Barrows in Cwm Wood
Scheduled monument · Prehistoric · ~1.7 miles
St Asaph Bridge
Scheduled monument · Post Medieval/Modern · ~2.1 miles
Pennant Mines Winding Engine House & Chimney, Rhuallt
Scheduled monument · Post Medieval/Modern · ~2.7 miles
Criafol Round Barrow
Scheduled monument · Prehistoric · ~2.8 miles
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