In what battle was George Monck captured by the Parliamentarians?
Battle of Naseby
Battle of Marston Moor
Battle of Nantwich
Battle of Edgehill
Answer
George Monck was captured by the Parliamentarians at the Battle of Nantwich in January 1644. The battle was a major victory for the Parliamentarians, and Monck was one of the few senior Royalist officers to be captured. He was held prisoner for several months, before being released in a prisoner exchange.
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