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4 days ago · Richard of York, 3rd Duke of York led a force of around 3,000–7,000 troops south toward London, where they were met by Henry's force of 2,000 at St Albans, north of London, on 22 May 1455. Though the ensuing struggle resulted in fewer than 160 casualties combined, it was a decisive Yorkist victory.
2 days ago · Richard I (8 September 1157 – 6 April 1199), known as Richard Cœur de Lion (Norman French: Quor de Lion) or Richard the Lionheart because of his reputation as a great military leader and warrior, was King of England from 1189 until his death in 1199.
2 days ago · Richard of Gloucester appeared in York towards the end of the month, exacted an oath to Edward V from the northern nobles and perhaps the city authorities, and borrowed money for his journey to London from, among others, Miles Metcalfe, one of his councillors who was also recorder of York.
3 days ago · Richard III is probably the most controversial king in English history, but in this quiz I have concentrated on some of the facts about Richard's life rather than on the many different theories about him. A multiple-choice quiz by pollygw .
4 days ago · During these crises Richard, 3rd Duke of York, ruled the kingdom as protector. Domestic rivalries and the loss of France. In the first period of the reign John, Duke of Bedford, proved to be as able a commander in the French war as had his brother Henry V.
1 day ago · Sarah, Duchess of York (born Sarah Margaret Ferguson; 15 October 1959), also known by the nickname Fergie, is a British author, philanthropist, television personality, and member of the extended British royal family.
19 hours ago · At Parliament the Duke of York claimed the throne as heir to Richard II. The Commons and judges refused to consider a matter so high, leaving it to the Lords’ decision. During the fortnight of debate the Lancastrians regrouped, and when Richard met them at Wakefield, he was defeated and killed.
