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English Civil War – Pikemen

Posted on February 22, 2019 by BoB

Sealed Knot assembling to recreate the battle of Nantwich, Cheshire.

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English Civil War Battle Re-enactment

Posted on February 22, 2019 by BoB

With the final defeat of Royalist forces in 1651, power passed to the republican government of the Commonwealth of England. This remained in place until 1653, when Cromwell assumed power as Lord Protector. Effectively ruling as a dictator until his … Continue reading →

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English Civil War – Battle Re-enactment

Posted on February 22, 2019 by BoB

The Sealed Knot re-enacting the battle of Nantwich, Cheshire, England. Fought 1642-1651, the English Civil Wars saw King Charles I battle Parliament for control of the English government. The war began as a result of a conflict over the power … Continue reading →

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English Civil War Re-enactment

Posted on February 22, 2019 by BoB

Drums were not only used for the men to march in step, but were an important part of the battlefield communications system, with various drum rolls used to signal different commands from officers to troops.

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Sealed Knot – English Civil War

Posted on February 17, 2019 by BoB

The Sealed Knot Societies’ recreation of the English Civil War battle of Nantwich, Cheshire. Pikemen ready for  inspection. A ‘pike’ is a pole weapon, a very long thrusting spear formerly used extensively by infantry. Pikes were used regularly in European … Continue reading →

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Sealed Knot

Posted on February 17, 2019 by BoB

The Sealed Knot is an English historical association and charity, dedicated to costumed reenactment of battles and events surrounding the English Civil War. It takes its name from the original Sealed Knot, a secret association aimed at the restoration of … Continue reading →

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English Civil War re-enactment – Photo by Rob Laynton

Posted on February 26, 2008 by BoB

The Sealed Knot in action  English Civil War re-enactment society at Nantwich, Cheshire. This guy was spinning the blue flag around like a cheerleader, and I just kept taking shots hoping that one would come out O.K. I am quite … Continue reading →

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