1461: Edward Claims Throne

Question 1

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Edward heir to throne

Answer 1

Now the heir, Edward marches on Welsh borders at Christmas while the new earl of Wiltshire comes from Ireland to help Margaret with new forces.
Margaret prepares to fight Edward but he intercepts her at Mortimer’s Cross

Question 2

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Battle of Mortimer’s Cross

Edward Proclaimed King

Answer 2

What Happened?

• Owen Tudor killed
• Pembroke and Wiltshire escape
• Edward’s 1st victory

2nd Battle of St Albans:

• Margaret won
• Went to London

Margaret’s Northern Host went south:

• Tried to get into London but the people refused to let her in.
• Lost tactical advantage

Edward:
-Met up with Warwick at London, received a warm reception

Council:

• Agreed Edward should be King
• Crown 4th March 1461