The storming of Bristol, a port then second only in importance to London, on 26 July 1643 by Royalist forces led by Prince Rupert (1619-1682) was a major coup against the Parliamentarians during the English Civil Wars (1642-1651). The Royalists were able to break through the long perimeter fortifications, which were manned by a defensive force spread too thinly. Taken in a day but with many casualties on both sides, Bristol became a vital Royalist centre until its fall to the Parliamentarians after the siege of 1645.
This is a companion discussion topic for the original article at https://www.worldhistory.org/article/1901/storming-of-bristol/.
Join the Conversation
- Is there anything you'd change or add?
- What would you like to know more about?
- What surprised you most in this article?
Is there anything you'd like to ask about this article? Ask away — and if you spot something that should be covered, that's useful to know too.