Topic

Alnwick, Second Battle of

Subject Violence 1174 CE

The Battle of Alnwick (1174) is one of two battles fought near the town of Alnwick, in Northumberland, England.

In this battle, which occurs on July 13, 1174, William I of Scotland, also known as William the Lion, is captured by a small English force led by Ranulf de Glanvill.