Siege of Lichfield

Siege of Lichfield

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In 1643, during the first siege of Litchfield, the Royalists were inside the cathedral, and the Parliamentarians used a mortar to force their surrender. In a second siege, the Royalists mined under a tower, causing an explosion, but eventually had to surrender due to lack of supplies. Three years later, during a third siege, the Parliamentarians destroyed the central spire to prevent Royalists from shooting at them.

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What challenges did the parliamentarians face during the battle that followed the explosion?

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What actions did the parliamentarians take during the third siege to counter the royalists?

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