Whitehall, July 8. 1685
The News is that there has been a mighty Battle in a place called Sedgemoor and his Majesties forces are victorious.
Ilfracombe, July 7. 1685
With the Rebellion lost, it is every man for himself, Wade, Goodenough, Ferguson and a party make their Escape from Ilfracombe.
Sedgemoor, July 6. 1685
The Armies of the two King’s fought a great Battle at Sedgemoor, the victor wrote the History. This is an account from one side.
Sedgemoor, the last Stand
The day is lost but our Foot Guards make a last stand before the Grenadiers finally break the us. God save the King.
Sedgemoor, the retreat
Monmouth has left the field and the enemy is pressing us from both flanks but we pull back in good order.
Sedgemoor, look to our Flanks
The enemy is becoming bolder and press our flanks with horse, yet our Scythemen put fear into them.
Sedgemoor, holding the line
The enemy has started to cross the ditch and overlap our flank but our reserve now support our line.
Sedgemoor, the Firefight
The firefight has started and neither side wishes to give ground but the weight of the enemy shot is increasing.
Sedgemoor, of our Line
Now we must deploy into Line and engage the enemy, for we are now committed to this fight.
Sedgemoor, of Greys Flight
As we advance our own horse cause disruption as they flee through our ranks