The Turmoil of Henry VI and the Rise of York

This chapter examines the turbulent landscape of the Wars of the Roses, focusing on King Henry VI's weaknesses and the ambitions of the Duke of York. It details the shifting dynamics of power, including Margaret of Anjou's emergence as a formidable leader, and the pivotal Battle of St Albans. The chapter also contemplates Henry's legacy, from his ineffective rule to his eventual veneration posthumously.