Battle of Dunbar

The Battle of Dunbar took place in 1650 in Scotland, during the Wars of the Three Kingdoms. It was fought between the Scots, who supported independence, and the English forces led by Oliver Cromwell. The English army had better discipline and equipment, resulting in a decisive victory. The Scots were defeated decisively, with many soldiers killed or captured. This battle marked the end of Scottish resistance and significantly influenced the political future of Scotland, paving the way for its incorporation into the English Commonwealth under Cromwell's rule.