What is recorded here
Battle of the Holme is a major battle site with a checked map point.
Fought between the forces of King Stephen and the Empress Matilda's supporters during the Anarchy in 1142, the Battle of the Holme resulted in a decisive victory for Stephen, strengthening his control over eastern England. The battle was significant as it helped secure key supply routes and bolstered Stephen's position in the ongoing civil war for the English throne.
A battle-site point does not grant access to the land. Check current paths and ownership before entering.
- Date
- 0902-12-18
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