The lead-up to this battle included the storming of a city known as the "Geneva of the North" called Bolton.
The lead-up to this battle included the storming of a city known as the "Geneva of the North" called Bolton. One commander in this battle became angered at the late arrival his rival, Lord Eythin, whom he blamed for his imprisonment after the Battle of Vlotho. One wing on the winning side was led by George Goring, and Lord Leven led a surprise attack during a thunderstorm during this battle. Many of a group called the "Whitecoats" under Newcastle died during this battle, which also saw a major defeat for Thomas Fairfax. The Scottish Covenanters played an integral role in this battle, which saw the first major defeat for Prince Rupert of the Rhine. This battle took place in North Yorkshire and a Parliamentarian defeat meant that the Royalists abandoned Northern England. For 10 points, identify this victory for Oliver Cromwell in 1644 during the English Civil War.
The lead-up to this battle included the storming of a city known as the "Geneva of the North" called Bolton.
Battle of Marston Moor