Why did Richard lose the Battle of Bosworth? Flashcards
1
Q
Give reasons for Richard’s loss of the throne?
A
- Usurpation
- Foreign policy
- Ruthlessness
- Rumours
When he sent out call to arms, due to his reputation, few showed
2
Q
How many men did Henry have when he landed?
A
3,000
3
Q
Why did the Stanlys not openly declare for Tudor?
A
Richard had taken Lord Stanley’s eldest son as a hostage
4
Q
How many men did each side have at Bosworth?
A
Tudor - 5,000
Richard - 12,000
But Stanleys with a large force didn’t commit
5
Q
Which Nobel who had Richard’s rearguard did not commit?
A
Northumberland
6
Q
When did the Stanleys decide to join Tudor and attack from the rear?
A
When Northumberland held back
7
Q
What rash decision made by Richard got him killed?
A
He charged at Tudor
8
Q
How was Richard’s body treated?
A
Stripped naked and discarded
