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Battle of Alnwick (1174) 1174

Recorded location from Wikidata; battle sites are often approximate.

Key facts

Year1174Wikidata P585 (point in time)
EraMedieval (500–1499)derived from year
LocationEnglandNatural Earth (modern borders)
ContinentEuropeNatural Earth
War / conflictRevolt of 1173–1174Wikidata P361
Coordinates55.4167, -1.7172Wikidata P625

About the battle

The Battle of Alnwick (1174) is one of two battles fought near the town of Alnwick, in Northumberland, England. In the battle, which took place on 13 July 1174, William I of Scotland, also known as William the Lion, was captured by a small English force led by Ranulf de Glanvill.

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Location

55.4167, -1.7172 · England

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