Death from Worcester WoundsSeptember 1651
Hamilton dies from wounds received during the Royalist counterattack at Perry Wood several days after the battle.
Historical person
William Hamilton Biography
Historical biography and chronological timeline for William Hamilton, based on 3 World History Database records associated with Scotland.
3 records1651–16513 events2 places
Chronological biography
1651
Charge at Perry Wood3 September 1651
Hamilton leads Royalist and Scottish troops in a determined charge against Parliamentarian positions around Perry Wood.
Wounding at Perry Wood3 September 1651
Hamilton is mortally wounded during the Royalist counterattack at Perry Wood and is carried back into Worcester.
Titles and roles
Duke
Record provenance
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