Rupert of the Rhine23 September 1642
Rupert of the Rhine does not have enough forces to defend Worcester & camps at Powick Bridge
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Rupert of the Rhine does not have enough forces to defend Worcester & camps at Powick Bridge
Ordered by Charles I to make Worcester secure & preserve his forces for battle
Essex occupis Worcester as Charles I is unable to send reinforcements to Prince Rupert
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