WOTR Knowledge Tests (1470-1471) “Henry’s Restoration) Flashcards
When is Henry VI released from the Tower of London?
October 1470
Who did Henry declare war on during his restoration?
Burgundy
Why were Lancastrians not returned their old lands?
Most were under Warwick’s control?
How many ships did the Duke of Burgundy provide Edward IV with?
36 ships, (1200 men)
Which Lancastrian noble did not stop Edward when he arrived in England?
Ralph Percy, Earl of Northumberland
Where was Warwick when Edward returned to England?
Coventry ( didn’t confront Edward, waited for reinforcements )
What date was the battle of Barnet?
14th April 1471
Whose livery was mistaken for Edward IV’s?
Earl of Oxford
What date was the battle of Tewksbury?
4th May 1471
Who was killed at the battle of Tewkesbury?
Devon, John Beaufort (Somerset’s brother) Prince Edward, Somerset and Courtenay were executed after
Who did Edward have hiding in the woods/bushes, who ambushed Somerset?
200 Spearman
How much money did Burgundy give Edward to support his recovery of the throne?
£20,000
Why did Edward claim he was there when he landed in England?
Reclaim his Dukedom of York
How many many did each side lose at the Battle of Barnet?
500 Yorkists and 1000 Lancastrians
Who was killed at the Battle of Barnet?
Warwick, Lord Cromwell and Lord Saye (Edward’s allies)
