Henry VI and the problem of his Catatonic state: who should rule in his place?
King Henry VI ascended to the throne in infancy. His reign was managed on his behalf until he came of age. Then, quite suddenly, he […]
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Margaret of Anjou
Margaret of Anjou was Queen Consort to King Henry VI. Born into an important French family, Margaret was politically important from birth. Her relationship with […]
What happened in the War of the Roses?
Who was involved in the War of the Roses? Where did the Battles take place? What were the main battles of the War of the […]
Infographic: Course of the War of the Roses
The War of the Roses is a difficult set of events to understand. Roughly 50 years of plots, counter plots, invasions along with the odd […]
John Rous and opinions of Richard III
John Rous was a historian who lived from around 1420 to 1492. His work is notable as he wrote about contemporary events. This gives historians […]
Paston Letters: Insight into the latter Middle Ages
The Paston Letters are a collection of correspondence to and from the Paston family of Norfolk. Dating from between 1440 and 1489 they highlight social, […]