BattlefieldsSiege of Tonbridge Castle
Medieval

Siege of Tonbridge Castle

1088
Kent, England
Also known as: Tonbridge 1088 · Gilbert de Clare revolt
Era
Medieval
Battle Type
Siege
Location
Kent, England
Status
Unregistered
The Combatants

Who Fought

Defeated
Gilbert de Clare
Forces
Gilbert de Clare's garrison: c.300–500.
VS
Victor
William II (Rufus)
Forces
William Rufus: c.5,000–8,000
Outcome
Castle taken; Gilbert submitted; rebellion in Kent suppressed
The Battle

History & Significance

The rapid capture of Tonbridge Castle in the opening days of the 1088 revolt showed that Rufus could move fast and decisively, isolating the rebel strongholds before they could coordinate resistance.

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