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Bothwell Bridge
Battle Name : Bothwell Bridge
Date(s) : 22 June 1679
Part of : Anglo-Scottish Wars ,
Outcome : A victory for Royal Forces in Scotland over The Covernanters
Type of battle : Land
Summary
After Drumclog the government sent the Duke of Monmouth to take command. He brought a force of about 5000 against the Covenanters. The bridge was held by the Covenanters but was soon forced by the better armed and disciplined regular troops. The Covenanters were routed and suffered severe casulaties.
Casualty figures
Royal Forces in Scotland
- Number engaged :
- 5,000
- Casualties :
- n/a
The Covernanters
- Number engaged :
- n/a
- Casualties :
- n/a
