Wars of the roses

    Cards (128)

    • What title did Richard Duke of York gain in 1415?

      Duke of York
    • From whom did Richard Duke of York inherit the title Earl of March?

      His father
    • Who was Richard Duke of York a descendant of?

      Anne Mortimer and Richard, Earl of Cambridge
    • Why did Richard Duke of York gain the title Duke of York in 1415?

      His uncle Edward Duke of York died in 1415
    • What was Richard Duke of York's role during the Hundred Years' War?

      He was appointed Lieutenant of France
    • What was the outcome of Richard Duke of York's efforts in France?

      He failed to maintain English control in Normandy
    • Who replaced Richard Duke of York as Lieutenant of France in 1445?

      Edmund Beaufort, Duke of Somerset
    • Why did Richard Duke of York resent Somerset's appointment?

      He blamed Somerset for further losses in France
    • What political faction was Richard Duke of York involved with at the English court?

      Political factionalism
    • What was the nature of York's rivalry with Somerset?

      York believed Somerset's mismanagement caused the loss of territories
    • What position was York appointed to in 1447?

      General Lieutenant of Ireland
    • How did York feel about his exile to Ireland?

      He felt frustrated by his exclusion from English affairs
    • What event in 1450 indicated a shift in York's political ambitions?

      Jack Cade's Rebellion
    • How did Cade's followers view Richard Duke of York during the rebellion?

      They believed he could bring better governance
    • What was York's initial relationship with Henry VI?

      He was loyal and served as a capable leader
    • What caused tension between York and Henry VI?

      York felt excluded from the king's inner circle
    • Why was York considered a potential alternative ruler?

      He was a descendant of Edward III
    • What title did Edmund Beaufort hold in 1444?

      Earl of Somerset
    • What title did Edmund Beaufort gain in 1448?

      Duke of Somerset
    • What was Edmund Beaufort's role in the Hundred Years' War?

      He was a military commander in France
    • What was the outcome of Somerset's leadership in France?

      He faced a series of failures, including the loss of Normandy
    • What was the Treaty of Tours, and why was it unpopular?

      It forced England to make territorial concessions, including Maine
    • How did Somerset's influence at court affect his relationships with other nobles?

      It caused friction, especially with Richard Duke of York
    • What was Somerset's relationship with Henry VI?

      He was one of Henry VI's closest advisors
    • How did Somerset's military failures affect his standing with Henry VI?

      Henry VI continued to favor Somerset despite the failures
    • What was the nature of the rivalry between York and Somerset?

      York accused Somerset of treason for the losses in France
    • How did Somerset's relationship with Queen Margaret affect his position?

      It made him a target for York and his supporters
    • What was the general perception of Somerset among the nobility?

      He was blamed for the financial and military crises
    • What titles did William de la Pole hold?

      Earl of Suffolk and Duke of Suffolk
    • What role did William de la Pole play in the Hundred Years' War?

      He served as a commander in France
    • What was William de la Pole's involvement in the siege of Orléans?

      He was present during the siege, which was a turning point in the war
    • What was the significance of the Treaty of Tours for William de la Pole?

      He was a key diplomat in negotiating it
    • How did the Treaty of Tours affect William de la Pole's reputation?

      It led to criticism and was seen as a humiliating concession
    • What was William de la Pole's role at Henry VI's court?

      He became a dominant figure controlling access to the king
    • What were the consequences of the loss of Normandy for William de la Pole?

      He was blamed for poor management and bad decisions
    • What happened to William de la Pole in 1450?

      Parliament attempted to impeach him for treason
    • How did Henry VI respond to the impeachment attempt against Suffolk?

      He banished Suffolk for five years instead of allowing execution
    • What was the outcome of Suffolk's banishment?

      He was murdered after his ship was intercepted
    • What was Suffolk's relationship with Henry VI?

      He was one of Henry VI's closest and most trusted advisors
    • How did Suffolk's relationship with Queen Margaret affect his position?

      It strengthened his influence at court
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