Henry VII: A Prince in Exile

This chapter explores the tumultuous early life of Henry VII, highlighting his challenging upbringing and the pivotal relationships that shaped him. As he navigates the dangerous political landscape of the Wars of the Roses, his distant claim to the throne makes him a figurehead for Yorkist discontent. The chapter culminates in Henry's brave rise to power, aided by strategic alliances and dramatic confrontations with King Richard III.

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