BattlefieldsSiege of Cork
Jacobite Risings

Siege of Cork

1690
Scotland
Era
Jacobite Risings
Battle Type
Siege
Location
Scotland
Status
Unregistered
The Combatants

Who Fought

Defeated
Jacobites
VS
Victor
Williamites and allies - English Army and Danish Auxiliary Corps
Outcome
Williamite victory
The Battle

History & Significance

The siege of Cork took place during the Williamite war in Ireland in the year of 1690. It happened shortly after the Battle of the Boyne during James II's attempt to retake the English throne from King William III. In a combined land and sea operation, the Williamite commander, John Churchill, took the city and captured 5,000 Jacobites.

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

not recorded

Forces Involved

Williamites and allies - English Army and Danish Auxiliary Corps: 9,000 troops and a naval fleet

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