Warwick Helps Win First Saint Albans
Richard Neville, Earl of Warwick, helped the Duke of York defeat the Lancastrian royal force in the streets of St Albans.
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Richard Neville, the Kingmaker
Richard Neville, Earl of Warwick, in the wars and changing alliances.
75 matching records from the 512-record archive. Year range: 1455–1471. These events are grouped by recorded place and year (or by person); their original event titles, descriptions and dates are retained.
1455
Warwick Leads Street Assault at Saint Albans
Richard Neville, Earl of Warwick, helped Yorkist soldiers penetrate the town's defences and strike the Lancastrian force at St Albans.
Warwick Expands Influence After Yorkist Win
The Yorkist success at St Albans strengthened the position of Richard Neville, Earl of Warwick, in the political faction surrounding Richard of York.
Warwick Strengthens Control of Calais
Following the Yorkist victory in 1455, Warwick consolidated his importance in English politics and subsequently became captain of Calais in 1456.
1459
Warwick Escapes Ludford Defeat
Richard Neville, Earl of Warwick, withdrew with the other Yorkist leaders after their army broke up near Ludford Bridge.
Warwick Joins Decision to Abandon Ludford
Warwick withdrew with the Yorkist leaders instead of risking a destructive engagement against Henry VI's superior army.
Warwick Soldiers Guard Ludford Position
Warwick's Calais veterans initially strengthened the Yorkist force at Ludford Bridge before their allegiance failed.
Calais Veterans Face Loyalty Dilemma
Warwick's professional soldiers faced the prospect of fighting their crowned king, a circumstance that contributed to their unreliable loyalty at Ludford Bridge.
Warwick Brings Calais Soldiers to England
Warwick transported experienced soldiers from the Calais garrison to strengthen the Yorkist coalition before the Ludford confrontation.
Warwick Leaves Ludlow for Calais
Warwick escaped from the failed Yorkist assembly near Ludlow and returned to Calais with other Neville leaders and Edward, Earl of March.
Warwick Makes for Channel Coast
Warwick fled the Ludford defeat toward the coast, intending to return to the Yorkist stronghold of Calais.
Warwick Reaches Safety in Calais
Richard Neville, Earl of Warwick, escaped to Calais after the Yorkist rout in October 1459 and retained influence over its garrison.
Warwick Unites Calais Veterans with Yorkists
Warwick's arrival with veteran soldiers from Calais increased the strength of the Yorkist gathering near Ludlow in October 1459.
1460
Warwick Returns from Calais
Warwick and other Yorkist exiles landed at Sandwich from Calais, beginning the campaign that culminated in victory at Northampton.
Warwick Storms Royal Camp at Northampton
The Earl of Warwick led the successful Yorkist attack on Henry VI's defended camp at Northampton, breaking the Lancastrian position.
Warwick Takes King at Northampton
Warwick's Yorkist army captured Henry VI after defeating the royal force at the Battle of Northampton.
Warwick Attracts Support in Kent
Warwick's invasion gathered support in Kent, giving the Yorkists additional manpower as they advanced toward London and Northampton.
Warwick Coordinates Tower Blockade
Warwick's supporters maintained pressure on the Tower of London while the main Yorkist army marched north to confront the king.
Warwick Enters Canterbury with Yorkists
Warwick's army passed through Canterbury during its successful march toward London after landing in Kent.
Warwick Faces New Northern Lancastrian Threat
The Lancastrian resurgence in northern England culminating at Wakefield threatened the political gains made by Warwick and the Yorkists earlier in 1460.
Warwick Keeps Calais Base
Richard Neville, Earl of Warwick, held Calais as a Yorkist refuge despite attempts by Henry Beaufort, Duke of Somerset, to replace him as captain.
Warwick Plans Return from Calais
Warwick prepared an expedition from Calais that would return the Yorkist exiles to England and eventually secure victory at Northampton.
Warwick Returns To Challenge London Tower
Warwick's return from Calais strengthened the Yorkist presence in London as the Tower remained in Lancastrian hands.
Warwick Secures Entry to London
Warwick's Yorkist forces gained control of London while the Lancastrian garrison remained inside the Tower of London.
Yorkists Pressure Tower of London
Yorkist supporters besieged the Tower of London after the Neville leaders returned from Calais in 1460, seeking to neutralise its Lancastrian garrison.
1461
Warwick Loses Second Saint Albans
Warwick's Yorkist army was defeated at the Second Battle of St Albans, allowing Lancastrians to recover custody of Henry VI.
Warwick Promotes Edward as King
Warwick backed the public proclamation of Edward IV in London after the Lancastrian failure to secure the capital.
Warwick Supports Edward Proclamation in March
Warwick helped Edward of March gain recognition as King Edward IV before the decisive battle for control of northern England.
Warwick Supports Edwards Royal Claim
Richard Neville, Earl of Warwick, supported Edward of March's accession after his victory at Mortimer's Cross and the rejection of Lancastrian forces by London.
Warwick Supports March Proclamation
Warwick became an important supporter of the decision to proclaim Edward, Earl of March, as King Edward IV on 4 March 1461.
Warwick Confronts Ferrybridge Crisis
Warwick's forces suffered a setback when Lancastrians attacked the crossing at Ferrybridge immediately before the Battle of Towton.
Warwick Watches Yorkist Advance at Ferrybridge
As Edward IV's forces approached Towton, fighting at Ferrybridge threatened the Yorkist route across the River Aire.
Warwick Relies on Fauconberg and Norfolk
Warwick's Yorkist coalition included William Neville, Lord Fauconberg, and the Duke of Norfolk during the campaign ending at Towton.
Warwick Appointed Kings Northern Lieutenant
Edward IV rewarded the Earl of Warwick with important responsibilities in northern England following the victory at Towton.
Warwick Benefits From Edward Victory
After Towton, Warwick received lands and offices that enlarged his influence in Edward IV's new regime.
Warwick Falls Back After Saint Albans
Warwick withdrew after the Lancastrian victory at the Second Battle of St Albans and supported Edward's subsequent accession.
Warwick Helps Yorkists Secure London
The Earl of Warwick supported Yorkist political efforts in the capital after the Lancastrian army declined to occupy London.
Warwick Raises Reinforcements for Towton
Warwick worked to strengthen Edward IV's army before its decisive march into Yorkshire against the Lancastrian forces.
1469
Warwick Exploits Edgecote Victory
Warwick benefited from the defeat of Edward IV's supporters at Edgecote Moor, which weakened the king's independence and strengthened the rebel faction.
Warwick Backs Robin of Redesdale
The Earl of Warwick encouraged opposition associated with Robin of Redesdale as hostility to Edward IV and the Woodville family deepened.
Warwick Challenges Edward After Edgecote
Warwick's allies took advantage of the Edgecote victory to restrain Edward IV's political freedom and seek changes in royal government.
Warwick Detains Edward Fourth
After the rebel victory at Edgecote Moor, Warwick held Edward IV in custody for a time but proved unable to govern effectively through a captive king.
Warwick Sends Men Toward Midlands
Warwick moved to exploit the rebel advance against the royal forces, which were defeated near Banbury in July 1469.
Warwick Supports Redesdale Rebels
Richard Neville, Earl of Warwick, aligned himself with opponents of Edward IV during the rebellion that culminated in the royal defeat at Edgecote Moor.
Warwick Threatens Woodville Network
Warwick's 1469 rebellion targeted the influence of Edward IV's Woodville relatives and contributed to the execution of Richard Woodville and his son John.
1470
Warwick Lands in Devon
Warwick landed his expedition in Devon in September 1470, initiating the campaign that drove Edward IV into exile.
Warwick Restores Henry Sixth
Warwick's successful return from exile enabled Henry VI to leave imprisonment and resume kingship for a brief second reign.
Anne Neville Marries Prince Edward
Anne Neville married Edward of Westminster, son of Henry VI and Margaret of Anjou, as part of the political rapprochement between Warwick and the Lancastrians.
Louis Helps Warwick Contact Margaret
King Louis XI helped Warwick and Margaret of Anjou reconcile, creating a French-supported alliance against Edward IV.
Warwick Agrees Alliance through Anne
Warwick's daughter Anne Neville was promised in marriage to Prince Edward of Westminster, formalising the alliance with Margaret of Anjou.
Warwick Announces Henrys Royal Restoration
Warwick's returning force proclaimed its support for Henry VI, winning adherents as it challenged Edward IV across southern England.
Warwick Forced into Exile After Rebellion
After his alliance with the rebels at Losecoat Field was exposed, Warwick escaped to France instead of confronting Edward IV's royal army.
Warwick Forces Edward into Exile
Warwick's invasion prompted the collapse of Edward IV's domestic support and enabled the restoration of Henry VI.
Warwick Leads New Lancastrian Alliance
Warwick allied with Margaret of Anjou and French support to oppose Edward IV and return Henry VI to the throne.
Warwick Negotiates Prince Edward Marriage
The proposed marriage of Margaret of Anjou's son Edward to Warwick's daughter Anne Neville helped seal the new alliance against Edward IV.
Warwick Reconciles with Margaret of Anjou
Warwick reached an agreement with Margaret of Anjou in exile, overcoming their former rivalry to support the restoration of Henry VI.
Warwick Replaces Edward with Henry
The Earl of Warwick helped restore Henry VI after the flight of Edward IV, inaugurating the brief readeption of the Lancastrian king.
Warwick Returns as Lancastrian Ally
Warwick returned to England backing Henry VI, reversing his previous role as a principal military supporter of Edward IV.
Warwick Takes Refuge at French Court
Warwick reached France after the failure of his latest rebellion and began negotiating with the Lancastrians he had formerly fought.
1471
Warwick Deploys Army North of Barnet
Warwick formed his troops north of Barnet on the evening before the battle, expecting to contest Edward IV's advance toward London.
Warwick Prepares for Edward Counterattack
Warwick commanded a substantial Lancastrian army at Barnet but faced Edward IV's aggressive attempt to defeat him before further reinforcements could join.
Warwick Scouts Watch Barnet Road
Warwick's forces occupied ground near Barnet on 13 April as Edward IV advanced to confront the Lancastrian army.
Warwick Killed in Battle of Barnet
Richard Neville, Earl of Warwick, was killed as Edward IV's troops routed the Lancastrian army at Barnet on 14 April 1471.
Warwicks Defeat Ends Political Dominance
Warwick's death at Barnet ended his military intervention against Edward IV and removed the nobleman who had previously helped make and unmake kings.
Clarence Defects from Warwick
Warwick lost the backing of George, Duke of Clarence, when Clarence abandoned the Lancastrian alliance and reconciled with Edward IV.
Neville Brothers Buried at Bisham
Warwick and his brother John Neville, Marquess Montagu, were eventually buried at Bisham Abbey after their deaths at Barnet.
Warwick Buried in Neville Family Mausoleum
After their bodies were publicly identified, Warwick and his brother Montagu were interred at Bisham Abbey, the Nevilles' burial place.
Warwick Cannot Prevent Edwards London Entry
Warwick's supporters failed to keep Edward IV out of London, allowing the Yorkist king to reclaim Henry VI before the fighting at Barnet.
Warwick Displayed After Battle
After the death of Warwick at Barnet, his body was displayed publicly in London to establish that the powerful rebel earl had been killed.
Warwick Fails to Prevent Royal Advance
Warwick's refusal to fight near Coventry allowed Edward IV to continue toward London and recover the captive Henry VI.
Warwick Follows Edward Toward London
Warwick advanced in pursuit of Edward IV after the latter moved away from Coventry, leading both armies toward the decisive clash at Barnet.
Warwick Organises Resistance to Edwards Return
Warwick assembled supporters to resist Edward IV's March 1471 return from exile, culminating in their confrontation at Barnet in April.
Warwick Refuses Edwards Challenge at Coventry
Warwick did not accept Edward IV's invitation to fight outside Coventry, choosing to wait while allies and reinforcements gathered.
Warwick Rejects Clarences Appeal
Warwick refused to reconcile with his son-in-law George, Duke of Clarence, after Clarence returned to Edward IV's side.
Warwick Seeks Support from Oxford and Exeter
Warwick expected help from Lancastrian commanders including the earls of Oxford and Exeter as Edward IV advanced through the Midlands.