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Protection of Oxford Treasure Convoy

Germany · Warfare / Civil War. Chronological records rendered directly from the World History Database.

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1642Date range
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Chronological records

1642

Rupert of the Rhine23 September 1642

Worcester · Warfare / Civil War

Rupert covers Sir John Byron's withdrawal from Worcester, allowing the Oxford treasure convoy to continue safely toward the King's army.

Names involved

Rupert of the Rhine

Provenance

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