On August 26, 1651 in Celtic History

Manx invasion of england turned back at battle of wigan.

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Sat 26 Aug 1651

    The Battle of Wigan Lane was fought on August 25, 1651 during the Third English Civil War, between Royalists under the command of the Earl of Derby and elements of the New Model Army under the command of Colonel Robert Lilburne. The Royalists were defeated, losing nearly half their officers and men.

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