Why had York Triumphed in 1460 Flashcards
What impact did the Parliament of devils have?
It developed sympathy for the Yorkist faction
Did Margret attempt to remove York from Ireland?
No, she didn’t which gave him time
What did Warwick do when Somerset attempted to take his position of captain of Calais?
He fired upon him
When Warwick discovered a fleet was being built to attack Calais what did he do?
Stole it and brought it to the Garrison
Which town did Warwick first capture in June 1460?
Sandwich
When was the battle of Northampton?
July 1460
Why did the Lancastrians lose despite having longer to prepare?
Heavy rain caused their guns to fail + there was a defection
Which Lancastrians died at Northampton?
Buckingham, egremont
Which area of England in particular saw Warwick as a hero?
South East (Kent)
When did York return?
September 1460
What did he do to signal possession of the throne upon entering the chamber?
Placed his hand on it
When was the act of accord passed?
Oct 1460 - It made York Henry’s Heir
