Wars of the Roses

As today marks the accession of Edward V in 1483, I thought I would explore visual representations of one of the most popular mysteries in English history: the princes in the tower. My students certainly love this story: everything stops when we get to this moment, and I have to let them indulge in what …

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The Battle of Tewkesbury, 4th May 1471

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Battle Of Bosworth Field

The Real History of Game of Thrones: The War

A brief look at the grisly origins of this Game of Thrones "fantasy," which is quite rich with similarities to historical events.

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An infographic illustrating the genealogy of the prominent participants in the Wars of the Roses, a series of civil wars that engulfed England during the late 15th century. The conflict raged between two rival branches of the royal Plantagenet dynasty: the House of York (white heraldic rose) and the... John Of Gaunt, House Of York, House Of Stuart, House Of Plantagenet, Elizabeth Of York, Tudor Dynasty, Civil Wars, History Of England, Wars Of The Roses

Wars of the Roses - York vs. Lancaster

An infographic illustrating the genealogy of the prominent participants in the Wars of the Roses, a series of civil wars that engulfed England during the late 15th century. The conflict raged between...

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What was the War of the Roses?

The War of the Roses (1455-1487) was a series of battles between rival supporters over control of the throne of England.

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Sanctuary (after the Battle of Tewkesbury, 1471), Canvas Print - Historical Art by Graham Turner

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Battle Of Bosworth Field

Battle Of Bosworth Field

The Kings of England: Richard II and Three Henrys Battle of Tewksbury Prince Edward of Lancaster is captured

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9 Things You Should Know About the Wars of the Roses | HISTORY

Explore nine key facts about the bloody feud that permanently altered the course of British history.

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Causes of the Wars of the Roses

The Wars of the Roses (1455-1487 CE) was a series of dynastic conflicts between the monarchy and the nobility of England. The 'wars' were a series of intermittent, often small-scale battles, executions...

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The Princes in the Tower - streetsofsalem

The Battle of Tewkesbury, 4th May 1471

Visit the post for more.

The Real History of Game of Thrones: The War

A brief look at the grisly origins of this Game of Thrones "fantasy," which is quite rich with similarities to historical events.

Pre Raphaelite Art Wallpaper

Wars of the Roses - York vs. Lancaster

An infographic illustrating the genealogy of the prominent participants in the Wars of the Roses, a series of civil wars that engulfed England during the late 15th century. The conflict raged between...

What was the War of the Roses?

The War of the Roses (1455-1487) was a series of battles between rival supporters over control of the throne of England.

Sanctuary (after the Battle of Tewkesbury, 1471), Canvas Print - Historical Art by Graham Turner

Battle Of Bosworth Field

The Kings of England: Richard II and Three Henrys Battle of Tewksbury Prince Edward of Lancaster is captured

9 Things You Should Know About the Wars of the Roses | HISTORY

Explore nine key facts about the bloody feud that permanently altered the course of British history.

Causes of the Wars of the Roses

The Wars of the Roses (1455-1487 CE) was a series of dynastic conflicts between the monarchy and the nobility of England. The 'wars' were a series of intermittent, often small-scale battles, executions...

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