The Battle of Preston 1715

Lesson: History

Class: Year 3 Year: 2025 - 2026

In History this half term, we are learning about significant events that have happened in Preston. The children have learnt about the Battle of Preston in 1715. The children have learnt about Jacobites who wanted James the 3rd to be King and King George's Army. The children understand that the Jacobites came from Scotland and that they met King George's Army in Preston where both armies fought a fierce battle. Today, the children renacted out the battle on the Junior playground.