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Hexham (1464)(107 total words in this text)(2042 Reads)  War: Wars of the Roses Date: 15 May 1464 Location: England Outcome: Yorkist victory Overview: After completing his mission at the border of Scotland, Lord Montagu marched south and engaged the Lancastrian forces at Hexham. His army rapidly charged downhill and crushed the Lancastrian forces. The Lancastrian leaders were executed ending most of the Lancastrian resistance. York Leadership: Lord Montagu Lancaster Leadership: Duke of Somerset Size of forces: Yorks - 5,000 Lancasters - 5,000 |
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