War Of Roses Paige Capps Mrs. Eckman Wissler C.P. British Literature 12 19 September 17
When? Lasted from 1455- 1487 From St. Albans to Bosworth P.C 14th Century to 15th Century From St. Albans to Bosworth P.C
why? Fought for Power Rich Duke (York) brought together the forces of King Henry VI of England and 1st battle begun York was stronger p.c P.C
Who was Involved? House of Lancaster House of York Descendants of edward III Joan the Gaunt Edward the Black Prince Edmund of Langley Queen Margaret of Anjou P.C
House of Lancaster Related to Edward 111 3rd son Joan the Gaunt Had been established on throne since 1399 Henry IV took power from Richard II Were not as strong as york RECEIVED FINAL VISTORY Red Rose P.C p.c
House of york House that started the battle Descendants of female relatives Edward the Black Prince Edmund of Langley Stronger claims White rose P.C
Association with roses There was no real association with the roses Both were crest Not until 19th century P.C
Historical significance Ended the Medieval era House of York and Lancaster agreed upon power and land One of the bloodiest battles fought on english soil Estimated 50,000 killed or lost P.C
FUN FACTS Neither side used a rose as their sole symbol Wasn't adopted until 1480s Was originally known as the war of roses until the 19th century “Cousin’s war” P.C
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