This Day in History Entry #111
March 29th, 2011 by Wordsman
Tensions ‘tween Yorks and Lancasters taut
On Palm Sunday, a battle was fought
Though Ed’s forces were few
A propitious wind blew
Henry Beaufort’s defense: all for naught
Event: Battle of Towton results in Edward IV replacing Henry VI as King of England
Year: 1461
Learn more: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_of_Towton
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wars_of_the_Roses
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