CONTENTS

CHAPTER 1

In which we learn about his family, his education as a Gentleman, and his 'Coming of Age' on Heyworth Moor. See Gallery 1

CHAPTER 2

We follow the 17 year old Thomas Fairfax to Holland. He learns 'State of the Art' siege warfare, we discuss how fighting in the "Frog-Swamp" might have affected his health. His first meeting with his future wife.  See Gallery 2

CHAPTER 3

The first 'Bishops War'. Fairfax's first command. He sees the arrogance of the King's commanders. 

See Gallery 4

CHAPTER 4

The drift into war. Tadcaster, Sherburn-in-Elmet and Bradford. December 1642

CHAPTER 5

Victory and defeat. Leeds, Seacroft, Wakefield. Is he a lucky General? The disaster at Adwalton.

CHAPTER 6

Bradford to Hull. Anne taken prisoner. His first wound in battle.

CHAPTER 7

His first meeting with Cromwell. They fight together at Winceby and Cromwell is nearly killed.