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Battle of Lewes Fact-Matching Game

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In this interactive game, players are transported back to the Battle of Lewes (1264), a significant event in English history that marked a turning point in the conflict between King Henry III and Simon de Montfort.

  • Players will uncover key details about the battle, such as the strategies employed by both sides and the ultimate outcome.
  • Through gameplay, players will learn about the key figures involved in the battle and their motivations.
  • As players progress, they will have the opportunity to piece together fragments of important information to gain a deeper understanding of the events leading up to and following the Battle of Lewes.

Game Details: a fact-matching game where you piece together important information fragments. Use spells for hints and extra time!

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  • The Battle of Lewes took place on May 14, 1264.
  • It was a key battle in the Second Barons' War between King Henry III of England and rebel barons led by Simon de Montfort.
  • The rebel forces were outnumbered by the royalist forces, but they were able to secure victory.
  • Simon de Montfort emerged as the leader of the rebel forces and played a crucial role in the battle.
  • The battle resulted in the capture of King Henry III and his son Prince Edward.
  • The victory at Lewes gave the rebel barons significant leverage in their negotiations with the king.
  • The battle marked a turning point in the power struggle between the king and the barons.
  • The Battle of Lewes is considered one of the most important battles in English history.
  • The rebel victory led to the establishment of a parliament that included representatives of the common people.
  • The battle resulted in the release of several political prisoners who had been held by the king.
  • Simon de Montfort became the de facto ruler of England after the Battle of Lewes.
  • The battle paved the way for significant reforms in governance and the establishment of a more representative political system.
  • The royalist forces were led by Prince Edward, who was just 26 years old at the time of the battle.
  • The battle took place near the town of Lewes in East Sussex, England.
  • The rebel forces included a significant contingent of Welsh soldiers.
  • The battle saw fierce fighting and heavy casualties on both sides.
  • The exact number of casualties from the Battle of Lewes is unknown, but it is believed to have been in the thousands.
  • The rebel victory at Lewes had a significant impact on the balance of power in England and reshaped the political landscape.
  • The Battle of Lewes is commemorated annually in the town of Lewes with a reenactment and other events.
  • The battle is often cited as a prime example of a successful rebellion against a tyrannical ruler.

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