Siege of Nottingham

The Siege of Nottingham took place during the English Civil War in 1642. Parliamentarian forces surrounded the royalist-held Nottingham Castle to gain control of the city. The siege began in early 1642 and involved a series of skirmishes, as both sides vied for strategic advantage. Ultimately, the Parliamentarians successfully captured the castle, which was significant as it enhanced their control in the Midlands. The siege exemplified the broader conflict between royalists, who supported King Charles I, and parliamentarians, who sought greater parliamentary power, marking a pivotal moment in the struggle for governance in England.