Somerset Joins Northern Lancastrian Campaign
Henry Beaufort, Duke of Somerset, was an important Lancastrian commander in the northern campaign that defeated Richard of York at Wakefield.
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Battle of Wakefield
The fighting near Wakefield and the death of Richard, Duke of York.
3 matching records from the 512-record archive. Year range: 1460–1460. These events are grouped by recorded place and year (or by person); their original event titles, descriptions and dates are retained.
1460
York Dies at Battle of Wakefield
Richard, Duke of York, was killed when a Lancastrian army defeated his forces outside Sandal Castle at Wakefield on 30 December 1460.
York Killed During Wakefield Fighting
The Duke of York died in battle at Wakefield after his force left Sandal Castle and was overwhelmed by Lancastrian troops.