Battle of Alnwick, 13 June 1174

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William the Lion, King of Scotland, invaded England in support of baronial rebels against Henry II. His army was defeated at Alnwick, and he was captured, after which he was forced to recognize Henry II as his feudal superior.
How to cite this article: Rickard, J. (24 August 2000), Alnwick, battle of, 13 June 1174, http://www.historyofwar.org/articles/battles_alnwick1174.html

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