Andrew Boardman

Andrew Boardman, a medieval military historian and author, joins to dive into the tumultuous events of 1471 during the Wars of the Roses. They unravel the dramatic siege of London, led by Thomas Neville, illuminating the chaos that ensued. The discussion pivots to the controversial death of Henry VI, analyzing whether it was a tragic result of 'pure melancholy' or a calculated political murder by Edward IV. The complexities of loyalty and betrayal in a fractured kingdom take center stage as they explore the personal and political ramifications of these historical events.