Richard III of England - Wikipedia
WEBRichard III (2 October 1452 – 22 August 1485) was King of England from 26 June 1483 until his death in 1485. He was the last king of the Plantagenet dynasty and its cadet branch the House of York. His defeat and death at the Battle of Bosworth Field marked the end of the Middle Ages in England.
Richard III | Biography & Facts | Britannica
WEBAug 18, 2024 · Learn about Richard III, the last Plantagenet and Yorkist king of England who usurped the throne of his nephew Edward V in 1483. Explore his life, reign, death, and legacy in this comprehensive article by a medieval historian.
Richard III: How things have changed since we dug up a king
WEBAug 25, 2022 · The discovery of the medieval English king Richard III, who fought battle in vain in 1485, has become almost as memorable as the life of the man himself, with details such as his unlikely...
Richard III - Shakespeare, Movie & Play - Biography
WEBApr 2, 2014 · Richard III was king of England for two turbulent years. He is best known for being accused of murdering his nephews to protect his throne.
Richard III: Five things we’ve learned since he was found - CNN
WEBMar 22, 2015 · King Richard III’s remains were discovered under a parking lot in Leicester in 2012 – here’s what we’ve learned since then.
Homepage - Richard III Society
WEBThe Richard III Society is a charity that promotes research and reassessment of the life and times of Richard III, the last Plantagenet king of England. Founded in 1924, the Society supports the reappraisal of the king's character …
How Richard III died | Richard III: Discovery and identification ...
WEBLearn about the evidence from Richard III's skeleton and contemporary accounts that suggest he was killed by multiple blows to the head at the Battle of Bosworth in 1485. Find out how his body was treated after the battle and what weapons were used to …
Richard III - Wars, Usurpation, Defeat | Britannica
WEBAug 18, 2024 · Learn about the life and death of Richard III, the last king of the House of York, who ruled England for only two years before being defeated and killed by Henry Tudor at Bosworth Field. Explore his character, his …
Richard III (r. 1483-1485) - The Royal Family
WEBJun 28, 2017 · Learn about Richard III, the last king of the House of York, who deposed his nephew Edward V and was killed by Henry Tudor at Bosworth. Find out about his reign, his laws, his son Edward, and his burial place.
Richard III of England - World History Encyclopedia
WEBFeb 10, 2020 · Learn about the life and reign of Richard III, the last king of the Plantagenet dynasty and the main antagonist of the Wars of the Roses. Find out how he became king, what he did during his short rule, and how he died at Bosworth Field.