7. Fortune Fell on the Turn of the Weather
The Battle of Barnet, fought on April 14, 1471, was significantly influenced by the weather conditions. A dense fog enveloped the battlefield at dawn, leading to misalignments between the opposing forces. This confusion resulted in the Lancastrian left flank, commanded by the Earl of Oxford, inadvertently attacking their own right flank, which was under the command of Lord Montagu. The friendly fire caused disarray among the Lancastrian ranks, contributing to their eventual defeat. (en.wikipedia.org). Additionally, the fog obscured the movements of the Yorkist forces, allowing them to regroup and launch a decisive counterattack. The confusion and disarray within the Lancastrian army, exacerbated by the weather conditions, played a crucial role in securing the Yorkist victory at Barnet (britannica.com).
