If we lose, and I come scatheless through the fight, I will ride hither, and we will embark at Plymouth for France, and there live quietly until the time comes when Edward may feel himself seated with sufficient firmness on the throne to forgive past offences and to grant an amnesty to all who have fought against him.

In any other case, dear, you know my wishes, and I bid you carry them out within twenty-four hours of your receiving news of a defeat, without waiting longer for my appearance." As soon as it was light, Edward advanced to the attack.

The Duke of Gloucester was in command of the vanguard.

He himself led the centre, while the rear was commanded by the Marquis of Dorset and Lord Hastings.
The most advanced division of Lancastrians was commanded by the Duke of Somerset and his brother.

The Grand Prior of the Order of St.John and Lord Wenlock were stationed in the centre, the Earl of Devon with the reserve.