The Wars of the Roses, Part 1 of 3
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The Earl of Warwick and Richard of York
In May 1455, Richard of York heads a small army. Together with his allies, the Earl of Salisbury and the Earl of Warwick, they march south to the capital. As the army approaches London, it is clear that dispute will have to be settled by force. But by the time the court realise what is happening, it's too late to raise a large army. With Queen Margaret protecting the young prince, the king and the Duke of Somerset hastily gather a force of 2,000 men and march north to meet York. The battle of St. Orbens is about to begin,. King Henry himself is there to take a physical role in the fight for his crown.
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