Before Edgehill Fight
'Before Edgehill Fight' Summary
Before Edgehill Fight is a poem that chronicles the events leading up to and during the Battle of Edgehill, which took place in 1642 and marked the beginning of the English Civil War. The poem vividly depicts the clash between the Royalists, led by King Charles I, and the Parliamentarians, led by Sir Thomas Fairfax. Kipling captures the chaos and excitement of the battle, describing the cavalry charges, the infantry skirmishes, and the artillery duels. Through the poem, Kipling explores the political and religious conflicts that led to the war, and the personal stories of the soldiers who fought in it.Book Details
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Rudyard Kipling
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