BORDER BATTLES: Northumberland in the Anglo-Scottish Wars, 1018-1513

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Describes the events which took place on the battlefields of the Anglo-Scottish Wars, 1018-1513. Links these with a historical narrative of the campaigns, the political situation which gave rise to them, and the geographical factors which shaped them. Included are the two dramatic battles at Alnwick in 1093 and 1174 which highlighted the superiority of Anglo-Norman cavalry; the little known battle of Carham; battles at Berwick on Tweed; and Flodden, the largest and bloodiest battle ever fought in the region between the two warring kingdoms, among others. A chapter is also given to the castles built during this period to defend Northumberland against Scottish incursions. Contains 30 color illustrations.