Battle of Wakefield

Question 1

When was the Battle of Wakefield?

Answer 1

30th December 1460

Question 2

What was the background of the Battle of Wakefield?

Answer 2

The Act of Accord in October 1460
Margaret negotiating support in Scotland (James II) in return for Berwick upon Tweed.

Question 3

Details of the Battle of Wakefield

Answer 3

York and Salisbury leave their safety at his castle in Sandal and are opposed by a much larger Lancastrian force.

Question 4

Outcome of the Battle of Wakefield

Answer 4

York, his younger son Rutland and Salisbury’s son - Thomas Neville - are killed in battle. Salisbury was executed at Pontefract Castle the following day. York and Salisbury’s heads are staked on Mickelgate Bar and a paper crown is placed on York’s head.