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Battle of Moel-y-don 1282

Recorded location from Wikidata; battle sites are often approximate.

Key facts

Year1282Wikidata P585 (point in time)
EraMedieval (500–1499)derived from year
LocationWalesNatural Earth (modern borders)
ContinentEuropeNatural Earth
War / conflictConquest of Wales by Edward I of EnglandWikidata P361
ParticipantsEnglish people, Kingdom of England, Welsh peopleWikidata P710
Coordinates53.2300, -4.1540Wikidata P625

About the battle

The Battle of Moel-y-don was fought in 1282 as part of the conquest of Wales by Edward I. Also known as the Battle of the Bridge of Boats, it is unlikely the battle site was near Moel-y-don, but farther north.

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Location

53.2300, -4.1540 · Wales

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