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Battle of Evesham timeline two

Simon de Montfort attempts to fight his way out of Evesham, against a much bigger Royal army.

Battle of Evesham

Simon de Montfort attacks

De Montfort, at the head of his cavalry, decided to attack the royal centre, and at first managed to drive this back.

Site of the Battle of Evesham

Site of the Battle of Evesham

Unfortunately for him, his Welsh troops, who were loyal to Llywelyn the Last, deserted him, and de Montfort soon found himself surrounded by the larger Royal army.

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