Battle of Towton Moor
He was quick to adapt to new situations; among his previous achievements were the administration of Calais, leading several piracy expeditions, and the command of the vanguard at the Battle of Northampton
Role range: 1455-1485
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William Neville Biography and Timeline
Follow William Neville through 5 dated historical records for England.
William Neville, historical timeline
A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.
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1461
Battle of Towton Moor
The Yorkist leader Lord Fauconberg orders his archers to take advantage of the strong wind to outrange their enemies. The one-sided missile exchange, with Lancastrian arrows falling short of the Yorkist ranks, provoked the Lancastrians into abandoning their defensive positions.
Role range: 1455-1485
Battle of Towton Moor
Warwick placed great value on his uncle, William Nevillle, a veteran of the Anglo-French wars, esteemed by his peers in military affairs.
Role range: 1455-1485
Peerage
After the Yorkist victory at the Battle of Towton Moor William Neville is made Earl of Kent
Peerage
After the Yorkist victory at the Battle of Towton Moor William Neville is made Earl of Kent
Records, sources and methodology
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