Warwick and Clearance's Rebellion

Question 1

When did Warwick Return From Calais?

Answer 1

Warwick Returned on the 16th of July

he joined forces with Redesdale’s army in London

Question 2

Where was Edward?

Answer 2

Edward was marching to join his support Earl of Pembroke (William Herbert) and Earl of Devon

Question 3

When was the Battle of Edgecote + what happened?

Answer 3

24th July 1469

The Battle of Edgecote - Edward IV was taken into custody and Warwick and Clarence attempted to run the country.

Question 4

Pembroke and Devon

Answer 4

however, P+D clashed with the rebels before Edward could join at the battle of edgecote

Pembroke and Devon had an argument the night before so Pembroke met Redesdale’s army first
there were lots of casualties

Question 5

Outcome of Edgecote

Answer 5

Warwick arrived and fought against Pembroke and Devon
he emerged victorious

Leaders were executed including Pembroke, Devon, Earl of rivers and John Woodville

Edward IV was taken into custody and Warwick and Clarence attempted to run the country.

Question 6

What happened in October 1469?

Answer 6

Failure of the ‘Warwick regime’ sees a reconciliation with Edward IV

in October 1469 they made a fragile truce in London