A military history of the 17th century and the 18th century
Wednesday, 14 October 2020
Fall of Basing House 1645
Today's anniversary
Parliamentary forces commanded by Oliver Cromwell stormed and sacked Basing House in Hampshire. One of the grandest mansions in England and home to the Marquess of Winchester, it had withstood 2 previous sieges.
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I love that picture. Very inspiring.
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