Battle of Blore Heath and Ludford Flashcards
1
Q
Which side was better at capitalising on victories, Lancastrians or Yorkists?
A
Yorkists
2
Q
In what year was the battle of Blore Heath and Ludford?
A
1459
3
Q
What did Margaret of Anjou do after the Lancastrian win?
A
called Parliament of Devils in Coventry (Nov) - turns all Yorkists and Nevilles into traitors - passes acts of attainder against them
4
Q
How did Yorkists react to the losing battle?
A
initially fled
but returned as soon as heard of acts of attainder passed against them
5
Q
How does Warwick react to the Parliament of Devils?
A
captain of Calais - established Calais as Yorkist base + money from piracy and estates - richer than York and King + brilliant propagandist - undermined Margaret of Anjou by spreading rumours she is getting together French troops etc
