Richard Duke of York, Father of Kings : The Origins of Tudor England

Reevaluates Richard Plantagenet's life, highlighting his pivotal role in the Wars of the Roses and Wakefield.Richard of York, Father of Kings explores the life and legacy of Richard Plantagenet, 3rd Duke of York, shedding new light on his role in the Wars of the Roses and the events surrounding the Battle of Wakefield. While Richard III often dominates historical discussions, his fatherimpact has been comparatively overlooked.The Battle of Wakefield in December 1460 marked a turning point in the Wars of the Roses. Richard of Yorkdeath paved the way for his son Edward IVascent to the throne and ultimately the Tudor dynasty through his grandchildren, Edward V and Elizabeth of York. Elizabethmarriage to Henry VII linked Richard of Yorklegacy to the English monarchy. Historian Paul Dawson, however, presents a provocative reinterpretation of these events.Utilizing previously unseen archival documents from institutions such as the Bibliothèque nationale de France and The National Archives at Kew, Paul Dawson

uncovers fresh insights into the Battle of Wakefield. These sources reveal a complex web of alliances stretching across Europe, challenging traditional narratives and recontextualizing Richardrole in the geopolitical struggles of the era.This ground-breaking work provides a nuanced understanding of Richard of Yorkinfluence on both English and European history, reshaping perceptions of this pivotal period in the late medieval world. [Publisher's Text]