Richard Duke of York’s claim to the crown, 1460
In 1460 Richard duke of York put forward a claim to the throne of England. The move was contrary to
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The Wars of the Roses
1455 – 1487 Wars of the Roses
King Henry VI
Contemporary view on the readeption
Edward IV is portrayed as a usurper, oppressor and destroyer of the rightful king and noble blood of the realm
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Philippe Commines on the Causes of the Wars of the Roses
Causes of the Wars of the Roses as described in the Memoirs of Philippe de Commines. Commines was a writer
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Proclamation for King Henry VI issued August 1470 by the Earl of Warwick
In August of 1470 the Earl of Warwick declared for King Henry VI, casting off any doubts as to his
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Poem by Henry VI whilst in captivity
Whilst in captivity King Henry VI wrote several verses. Sir John Harington retained several of these. They provide some insight
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