Henry IV ( ) Henry of Bolingbroke son of John of Gaunt, grandson of Edward III, cousin of Richard II 1. marriage with Mary Bohun – 7 children 2. marriage with Joan of Navarre Spent much time fighting to keep control of his lands Remained unrecognised Died because of epilepsy and leprosy
Henry V ( ) Well educated, brilliant general, military experiences Laid claim to the French throne In 1415 set sail for France, capturing Harfleur Marriage with Katherine, daughter of Charles VI Interest in liturgical music Died of dysentery
Henry VI ( ) Only child of Henry V Reigns: & Disputed King of France Described as peaceful and pious, not suited for the dynastic wars Wars of the Roses commenced during his reign Marriage with Margaret of Anjou Was imprisoned murdered in the Tower of London
Edward IV ( ) first Yorkist king of England Rebuilt St George’s Chapel at Windsor and a new great hall at Eltham Palace Built close relations with the merchant community Collected illuminated manuscripts Patronised the new invention of printing Marriage with Elizabeth Woodville, son Edward
Edward V ( ) Came to the throne at the age of 12 He was never crowned a king His 83-day reign was dominated by the influence of his uncle and Richard III Edward and his younger brother Richard were the Princes in the Tower, who disappeared after being sent to the Tower of London
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