All Things Tudor - The Podcast E33: The Battle of Bosworth with Matt Lewis & Nathen Amin
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Aug 30, 2022 Historical experts Matt Lewis and Nathen Amin discuss the Battle of Bosworth, exploring Richard III's claim to the throne, his unconventional rule, and the negative portrayal of him. They also delve into Henry Tudor's perception, victories, and the rewriting of history. Additionally, they examine Margaret Beaufort's role in the battle and her political influence.
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Richard's Unpopular Reformist Style
- Richard III championed the common man and punished corrupt retainers, which upset established local elites.
- That reformist stance helps explain why many gentry rallied to Henry Tudor despite not necessarily caring about the princes' fate.
Losing The Noble Backing Was Fatal
- Richard failed to unite the nobility and 'lost the dressing room', leaving him vulnerable to conspiracies.
- Henry Tudor's later long reign and an heir (Henry VIII) ultimately achieved the unity Richard and Edward IV could not.
Defeat Shaped Richard's Legacy
- Richard's defeat allowed Tudor-era narratives to portray him as illegitimate, amplified by belief that God judged kings on the battlefield.
- Wearing the crown at Bosworth invited religious interpretation that his loss signaled divine disfavor.