Falkirk Conclusion

This is the second half of play of the scenario.

Scots are engaged on the left flank by numerous Government troops.

This ended badly for the Jacobite cause.

Lord Argylle and his French advisor Capitaine Homarde watch the forward

assault dwindle before the Hanovarian line. A small cadre of highlanders

form behind the Lord to muster the retreating remnants.

A mighty clash of horse and highland swords. The Jacobites stand and the close

combat is a draw with light casualties for each side. The battle closes with no rematch.

The Royal Ecossois is lectured by French advisor, Chevalier-Capitaine Candias.

Bold highlanders forward vainly attempt to breach the Hanovarian line.

Lord and Lady Murray look on as the Jacobite charge on the right flank

cannot manage a breach.

French Regulars guard the Bonnie Prince on the high ground.

Due to the horrid weather conditions, the visibility is poor to the face of battle.

The after battle report will not favour the Jacobites.

Their retreat to Carlyle and back to Scotland is now assured.

Last Jacobites on the right flank meet too much resistance from Hanoverians and Glasgow militia.

They retreat into the mists soon after this picture.

The Government camp can be seen in the close distance....so close to the battle line.

To the top left of the shot, General Henry Hawley can be seen with his footmen.

He has not clearly seen a single Scot the whole battle due to the poor visibility.

His report to the Duke of Cumberland will prove interesting.

Battle of FALKIRK 1746

1745 Prestonpans - The Jacobite Rebellion

This scenario played the early morning attack of the Jacobites on the army of the Government comprised of garrison and second line troops. The event card draws aided the Jacobite victory by following events of the actual battle: i) The Government cavalry left the field due to a lack of leadership and caused Government morale to waiver, ii) The untried nature of the Government army (garrison companies not used to working together in battalions and components of invalid units mixed in) saw disruptions in battalion orders and from the field commander down, iii) Jacobite cavalry siezed on the opportunity of the retreating Government cavalry and further threatened the left Government flank.

Other misfortunes for the Government included the advancement of highland infantry against the British batteries, the invalid crews failing to perform and the gun positions completely overrun.  

The Field of Battle - Prestonpans, with the Grand Duc Du Fromage in the far distance

View from the Jacobite battery

View from the cattle pens behind the Government line

Government left flank still forming up

View from General Cope's position, centre of the Government line

Government left flank as seen from the adjacent farm

Government right flank, Militia still forming up

Government batteries on the right flank

Government batteries prepare for battle

Jacobite horse on the far right flank

Inverurie 1745

Well, the battle for Inverurie saw some interesting turns for both sides. In summary, the Government force under Lord Howard MacLeod managed to hold position in the town and is awarded a basic victory. I will congratulate the Jacobites (Eric and Bruce) who worked very well together to enact the two prong assault. Some shots for record are below.

The main Jacobite force is mustered, soon to cross the shallow Urie River and attack the east flank of the town.

Lord Bruce's swarthy louts moving on the Tyrebagger road on a direct approach to the town - attracting the attention of the Government. The French Army Irish Piquet's are in the rear to keep things moving.

Independent Highland companies for King George take up positions near the St.Andrew Parish. Local shepherds observe at a safe distance.

A second line of defence leading to the town, the farms of the area provide ample wall and hedge cover.

A view across the mire toward the main approach.

Jacobites of the main force deploy artillery and begin to cross the Urie, Lord Ritchie inspires the troops to press forward.

The main force sends a couple companies to cross farther upstream at the West Bridge. The Government defenders make ready as the Jacobites close for melee.

A view from the river crossing. Hurrah for Prince Charlie !

The orderly defences of MacLeod are arranged about the hog farm.

The local Laird comes out with retinue to observe the conflict, the locals have not yet chosen a side. The Government militia stamps through the Laird's gardens.

Exchange at the hedgerows. Lord MacLeod draws deeper into the town.

Jacobites toast the Vicar as they pass the Parish, the town has chosen to join the rebellion.

Close combat abounds in the town center. Jacobites with their close combat advantage continue to push the Government back ... But the defence is orderly and Lord Howard only gives it up a few paces at a time.

View from a Jacobite Battery - being careful not to hit the Laird's house and Church, of course.

Exhausted, the Jacobites can get no further advance. The war continues, with an eye toward the town of Carlyle...