Prince Rupert's Cavalry Charging at Edgehill, 1642 by Richard Caton Woodville. [Antique]

NBP0052P. Prince Rupert's Cavalry Charging at Edgehill, 1642 by Richard Caton Woodville.

The first pitched battle of the Civil War took place at Edgehill on October 23rd 1642. The parliamentary foot-soldiers were gaining an advantage when Prince Rupert charged at the head of his cavalry threw the enemys left wing into disorder, and, with his usual impetuosity, continued the pursuit for three miles.

Original antique book plate c.1920.

Paper Size 10.8 inches x 8.5 inches (27.4cm x 21.6cm)