Battles of the Fords of Isen

A two part battle between the forces of Rohan and Isengard that took place at the Fords of Isen during The War of the Ring.

The First Battle of the Fords of Isen
The forces of Saruman assault the Rohirrim under the command of Theodred, Grimbold and Elfhelm. Theodred, King Theoden's sole heir to the throne of Rohan, is slain in the battle. It was later discovered that the slaying of Theodred was Saruman's main purpose of the battle. After Theodred's death, the Rohirrim retreat.

The Second Battle of the Fords of Isen
Battle between Erkenbrand's Rohirrim, led by Grimbold and Elfhelm, and the forces of Saruman. The forces of Saruman were victorious, and the Rohirrim retreated in disaray.