BattlefieldsGlyndwr Raids Ceredigion — Winter Operations 1401
Medieval

Glyndwr Raids Ceredigion — Winter Operations 1401

1401
Wales
Era
Medieval
Battle Type
Pitched Battle
Location
Wales
Status
Unregistered
The Combatants

Who Fought

Forces
Not recorded in historical accounts
Forces
Ceredigion English garrison and loyal Welsh
VS
Victor
Not recorded in historical accounts
Forces
Glyndwr expanding force
Outcome
Ceredigion English authority disrupted; more Welsh lords defect to Glyndwr
The Battle

History & Significance

Glyndwr extends the revolt into Ceredigion with winter raids that demonstrate his ability to operate year-round and the weakness of English control outside fortified towns. Welsh lords and lesser gentry begin joining the revolt in increasing numbers attracted by his successes and the promise of Welsh independence.

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