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Richard Neville Biography and Timeline

Follow Richard Neville through 6 dated historical records for England.

Richard Neville, historical timeline

A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.

6Distinct records
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1461–1461Years on this page

1461

Battle of Towton Moor

Earl · Towton Moor · Warfare / Wars of the Roses

Warwick proclaimed the young Yorkist leader as King Edward IV. The proclamation gained greater acceptance than Richard of York's earlier claim, as several nobles previously opposed to letting Edward's father ascend the throne viewed the Lancastrian actions as a betrayal of the legally established Accord

Role range: 1455-1485

Battle of Towton Moor

Earl · Towton Moor · Warfare / Wars of the Roses

They were rebuilding the bridge when they were attacked and routed by a small band of Lancastrians, consisting of approximately 500 men led by Lord Clifford

Role range: 1455-1485

Battle of Towton Moor

Earl · Towton Moor · Warfare / Wars of the Roses

Warwick's group moved to the west of the main body, through the English Midlands, gathering men as they went. On 28 March, the leading elements of the Yorkist army came upon the remains of the crossing in Ferrybridge that spanned the River Aire.

Role range: 1455-1485

Battle of Towton Moor

Earl · Towton Moor · Warfare / Wars of the Roses

Warwick's uncle, Lord Fauconberg, led a group to clear the way to York for the main body, which was led by Edward. The Duke of Norfolk was sent east to raise forces and rejoin Edward before the battle.

Role range: 1455-1485

Admiral of England

Earl · Warfare / Wars of the Roses

Warwick benefited from Edward's rule after the Battle of Towton Moor. He received parts of Northumberlands and Clifford's holdings, and was made "the King's Lieutenant in the North and Admiral of England."

Role range: 1455-1485

Battle of Towton Moor

Earl · Towton Moor · Warfare / Wars of the Roses

Warwick benefited from Edward's rule after the Battle of Towton Moor. He received parts of Northumberlands and Clifford's holdings, and was made "the King's Lieutenant in the North and Admiral of England."

Role range: 1455-1485

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