Yorkshire Rebellion Flashcards
When was the Yorkshire rebellion between?
April 1469 - March 1470
Who led the series of riots which started the Yorkshire rebellions?
Robin of Redesdale
What was the cause of the riots in Yorkshire?
Grievously oppressive taxes imposed for an invasion of France
Who terminated these riots in April 1469?
John Neville
Why did John have to put down riots led by Robin of Holderness?
There was a tax levied by Hospital of St Leonard. There was also a demand for the Northumberland title to be granted to a Percy
What happened to Robin of Holderness when John Neville captured him?
He was beheaded in May 1469
When did Redesdale resurface?
25th June 1469
Who had funded and who took part in the revolt on June 25th?
Warwick funded it and the Neville family took part
What evidence shows that Edward did not believe that Warwick had betrayed him?
In May 1469, he had given Warwick a judicial role
Who did Edward rely on brining men for this battle?
Earl of Pembroke and Earl of Devon
When did Edward write to Warwick and Clarence to see if they were involved in the fighting?
9th June 1469
When was Clarence and Isabel married against the King’s orders?
11th July 1469
Who married Clarence and Isabel?
Archbishop George Neville
When did Warwick march to London and what did he receive as a result of his manifesto?
18th July 1469, received £1000 as a loan
When did the Battle near Banbury occur?
25th July 1469
