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Second battle of St. Albans


Battle Name : Second battle of St. Albans

Date(s) : 17 February 1461

Part of : War of the Roses ,

Outcome : A victory for Lancastrian Forces over Yorkist Forces

Type of battle : Land

Summary

Warwick brought the Yorkist army north from London and met Queen Margaret's army at St Albans. His four part defensive structure was such that although each part engaged gave a good account of itself, they could offer no mutual support and were attacked one at a time. A large desertion of Yorkist troops did not help Warwick's position and he made a fighting withdrawal with about 4000 troops.
Henry Vl was united with Queen Margaret.