battle of Edgecote

England [1469]

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The Battle of Edgecote, fought in 1469, was a significant event during England's Wars of the Roses. This conflict was a series of dynastic civil wars fought between the houses of Lancaster and York for control of the English throne.1

At Edgecote, forces led by Richard Neville, the Earl of Warwick, defeated the royal army. This victory resulted in the capture of King Edward IV, who was temporarily held prisoner by Warwick. This event marked a turning point in Warwick's complex relationship with Edward IV, as Warwick had previously been a key supporter of Edward before their alliance fractured. The wars ultimately concluded with the victory of Henry Tudor, who united the claims of both houses through his marriage to Elizabeth of York.1

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…was defeated in July at Edgecote (near Banbury), and the king himself became the earl’s prisoner, while the queen’s father and brother, together with a number of their friends, were executed at his command.
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…was defeated in July at Edgecote (near Banbury), and the king himself became the earl’s prisoner, while the queen’s father and brother, together with a number of their friends, were executed at his command.
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