Dan Snow's History Hit 1. Wars of the Roses: England Divided
Oct 24, 2024
Join historian Matt Lewis, host of Gone Medieval, as he delves into the brutal Wars of the Roses. Discover the intense rivalries within the Plantagenet family, and learn how Henry VI's ineffective reign ignited chaos among the nobility. The first bloody battles are recounted, including the pivotal Battle of St Albans. Lewis reveals the personal and political tensions that shaped these historic conflicts, culminating in Edward's dramatic rise amidst the turmoil. Get ready for a deep dive into England's fierce fight for the throne!
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Intro
00:00 • 5min
Dynasty and Discord: The Wars of the Roses
04:35 • 20min
Exploring the Depths of the Wars of the Roses
24:35 • 2min
Struggles of Henry VI and the Rise of Chaos
26:29 • 11min
Political Turmoil and Military Struggles in the Wars of the Roses
37:40 • 5min
Turbulence of 1460: The Yorkist Claim
42:48 • 11min
Conflict and Rivalry in the Wars of the Roses
53:50 • 2min