After fierce fighting in the streets , Stephen is taken prisoner .
2 February : The Anarchy : First Battle of Lincoln -- Forces of King Stephen , having been besieging Lincoln Castle , are attacked and decisively defeated by Angevins and Welsh supporters loyal to Empress Matilda .
After fierce fighting in the streets , King Stephen is taken prisoner .
2 February : The Anarchy : First Battle of Lincoln -- Forces of King Stephen , having been besieging Lincoln Castle , are attacked and decisively defeated by Angevins and Welsh supporters loyal to Empress Matilda .