The battle of Solway Moss - the main clash of the Anglo-Scottish war of 1542

The battle of Solway Moss - the main clash of the Anglo-Scottish war of 1542

A description of the climactic event of the Anglo-Scottish "war" of 1542, the almost battle of Solway Moss, fought on 24th November of 1542. Henry VIII has decided an invasion of Scotland is neccesary because, well, the Scots won't do what he wants them to do - and he can be very short with people who cross him!