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An Overview of the Wars of the Roses Part One

Known at the time as the Cousins' War, this was a dynastic battle for the English crown. It was the House of Lancaster (red rose) versus the House of York (white rose).

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What Happened to the Princes in the Tower?

It's an enduring Medieval mystery, which has intrigued historians for centuries. But what is really known about the disappearance of the boy king Edward V and his little brother?

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The Importance of the Battle of Edgecote

During the Wars of the Roses, Edward IV found it necessary to defend his crown against his brother George, Duke of Clarence, and the 'Kingmaker', Earl of Warwick.

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Scottish Independence: The Battle of Bannockburn Pt 3

At Midsummer 1314, the scene was set for one of Britain's most historic clashes. The English fatally under-estimated the Scots, in their struggle for independence.

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Scottish Independence: The Battle of Bannockburn Pt 2

The Fate of a nation was decided at Bannockburn. Yet 700 years ago, Scotland's most famous battle for freedom nearly wasn't fought at all.

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Why Did the Welsh Fight for Independence from England in the Glyndŵr Rising?

On September 18th, independence from England occupied many Celtic minds. But this wasn't Scotland 2014. It was Wales 1400 - the start of the Glyndŵr Rising.

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The Battle of Bosworth - An Event Which Changed the Course of British History

Bosworth was the final clash in the Wars of the Roses. It marked the end of the Middle Ages and gave rise to the Tudors.

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Scottish Independence: The Battle of Bannockburn Pt 4

The final day at Bannockburn is the one that's gone down in history. 700 years ago, Robert the Bruce cried 'Freedom' for his Scots on that famous battlefield.

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Birth of John de la Pole: Arguably the First Husband of Margaret Beaufort

John de la Pole was the husband of a prominent Lancastrian woman and Yorkist woman. His wise decisions helped him to gain popularity in the English court and set his future up well

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The Birth of Henry V: The Second House of Lancaster Monarch

Henry V was possibly born on September 16, 1386. He was born during a troubled England and in the middle of the Hundred Year's War but how much do you really know about him

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Edward I Marries Eleanor of Castile: The 16 Children of the King of England

On November 1, 1254, Edward I married his first wife, Eleanor of Castile. They had 16 children together but it was their youngest who became the next king!

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The Coronation of Richard III and Anne Neville

Richard III and his wife Anne were crowned on July 6,1483. Richard is known for his death at Battle of Bosworth but do you know much about his younger years?

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The Death of Edward IV: Leading to the End of the Plantagenet Line

Edward IV died on April 9, 1483. It would lead to a change to the line of succession and the end of his family line.

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Richard III: The Tudor Villain or a Man Misunderstood?

Richard III is often blamed for a lot of things during his reign. However, what were the events that led to his coronation and was he really the villain the Tudors made him?

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Richard II and Henry IV: The Lineage that Led to the War of the Roses

On September 30, 1399, Henry IV was officially named King of England. He deposed his cousin, Richard II, and set up the events of the War of the Roses.

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The Death of Henry VI: Did Edward IV Kill Henry VI?

Henry VI died sometime between May 21 and May 22 1471. Many question whether Edward IV killed him, as his death was certainly suspicious. It's time to look into his death.

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The Birth of George Plantagenet, Duke of Clarence: A Promising Life Thrown Away

On October 21, 1449, the third son of Richard, Duke of York was born. George Plantagenet had a promising life but threw it all away.

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