BattlefieldsScotch Cattle intimidation, Monmouthshire, 1822
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Scotch Cattle intimidation, Monmouthshire, 1822

1822
Wales
Era
modern
Battle Type
Raid
Location
Wales
Status
Unregistered
The Combatants

Who Fought

Forces
Not recorded in historical accounts
VS
Victor
Not recorded in historical accounts
Outcome
Intimidation and sabotage (destroyed tramroad, burned wagons and barges) accompanied a thirteen-week strike against wage cuts at Blaina ironworks; the Scotch Cattle movement, first confirmed active in 1822, continued disrupting South Wales industrial communities through the 1830s-1850s.
The Battle

History & Significance

Scotch Cattle intimidation, Monmouthshire, 1822 was a raid of the modern period, fought in Wales in 1822. This engagement forms part of the broader pattern of conflict that shaped the political and military history of the UK during this era.

Suspected site. The exact location is uncertain.
Casualties & Losses

not recorded

Forces Involved

not recorded

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