England · Warfare / Wars of the Roses. Chronological records rendered directly from the World History Database.
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
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
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.
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.
Without their King on the battlefield, the Lancastrians relied on Henry Beaufort, Duke of Somerset, to command their army. He was fairly experienced in matters of war and credited with the Lancastrians victory at Wakefield and St Albans
Fights for the defeated Lancastrians at the Battle of Towton Moor
Defeat at Towton forces Margaret, Edward & Henry into exile in Scotland then France
Fights for the defeated Lancastrians at the 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
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.
Warwick placed great value on his uncle, William Nevillle, a veteran of the Anglo-French wars, esteemed by his peers in military affairs.
Fights for the defeated Lancastrians at the Battle of Towton Moor
About 28,000 are killed, the most bloody Battle on English soil
Fights for the defeated Lancastrians at the Battle of Towton Moor
Fights on the side of the Yorkists who defeat the Lancasrians
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."
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