Battle of Lincoln (1141) 1141
Recorded location from Wikidata; battle sites are often approximate.
Key facts
| Year | 1141 | Wikidata P585 (point in time) |
|---|---|---|
| Era | Medieval (500–1499) | derived from year |
| Location | England | Natural Earth (modern borders) |
| Continent | Europe | Natural Earth |
| War / conflict | The Anarchy | Wikidata P361 |
| Participants | Kingdom of England | Wikidata P710 |
| Coordinates | 53.2350, -0.5550 | Wikidata P625 |
About the battle
The Battle of Lincoln, or the First Battle of Lincoln, occurred on 2 February 1141 in Lincoln, England between King Stephen of England and forces loyal to Empress Matilda. Stephen was captured during the battle, imprisoned, and effectively deposed while Matilda ruled for a short time.
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