Battle of Rathmines (1649 AD)

Battle of Rathmines (Commonwealth of England vs Royalists & Confederates) took place in 1649 AD during Irish Confederate Wars.

Battle facts

Year: 1649 AD
Date: 1649-08-02
Era: Early Modern
Conflict: Irish Confederate Wars
Side A: Commonwealth of England
Side B: Royalists, Confederates
Commanders (A): Michael Jones, Robert Venables
Commanders (B): Earl of Ormonde, Sir William Vaughan, Viscount Dillon, Major-General Purcell
Casualties: approx. Low1,000 to 4,000 killed, wounded or captured
Outcome: Commonwealth of England victory
Coordinates: 53.325°, -6.256°