Elizabeth Woodville1470
Goes into sanctuary during Edward's flight
England · House / House of York. Chronological records rendered directly from the World History Database.
Goes into sanctuary during Edward's flight
Elizabeth Woodville refuses to retire as Queen Dowager
While in sanctuary at Westminster refuses to reitre & become Queen Dowager
Seeks sanctuary. Richard accused Elizabeth of plotting to "murder and utterly destroy" him
Elizabeth Woodville and her daughters came out of sanctuary after Richard III publicly swore an oath that her daughters would not be harmed or molested and that they would not be imprisoned in the Tower of London or in any other prison. He also promised
to provide them with marriage portions and to marry them to "gentlemen born". The family returned to Court, outwardly reconciled to Richard III
Elizabeth Woodville leaves sanctuary after Richard III promises protection and marriage portions for her daughters.
Elizabeth and her daughters came out of sanctuary and return to court
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