Episode 2 of 2

Royalist Collapse

When
14 June 1645
Where
Naseby battlefield
Part of
Battle of Naseby

Rupert failed to rally his cavalry, and the King's counter-attack was prevented, leading to a disorderly retreat.

Rupert neglected or was unable to rally his cavalry, who galloped off in pursuit of fleeing Parliamentarians. Charles I attempted to lead his lifeguard in a counter-attack but was stopped by the Earl of Carnwath, causing the lifeguard to retreat in disorder.

Sources

  1. Battle of Naseby Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-15

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