Battle of Wakefield Flashcards
1
Q
When was the Battle of Wakefield?
A
30th December 1460
2
Q
What was the background of the Battle of Wakefield?
A
The Act of Accord in October 1460
Margaret negotiating support in Scotland (James II) in return for Berwick upon Tweed.
3
Q
Details of the Battle of Wakefield
A
York and Salisbury leave their safety at his castle in Sandal and are opposed by a much larger Lancastrian force.
4
Q
Outcome of the Battle of Wakefield
A
York, his younger son Rutland and Salisbury’s son - Thomas Neville - are killed in battle. Salisbury was executed at Pontefract Castle the following day. York and Salisbury’s heads are staked on Mickelgate Bar and a paper crown is placed on York’s head.
