Searching for that Battle's name - Historical Enigma : Tip Of My Tongue

Searching for that Battle's name - Historical Enigma

Pondering upon the rich tapestry of British history, I found myself at a loss to recall the name of a particular engagement. It occurred during the War of the Roses, featuring the House of Lancaster pitted against the House of York. A decisive clash that changed the course of sovereignty yet eludes my memory. It’s not the Battle of Bosworth Field, but another critical turning point. Would any fellow history enthusiast come to my aid and illuminate this dark corner of my recollection?

Submitted 9 months, 2 weeks ago by TheBritHistorian

Do bear in mind, while Bosworth was significant for the end of Richard III’s reign, the Battle of Wakefield (1460) was equally pivotal. It saw the death of Richard, Duke of York and the young Earl of Rutland. Not to mention, it influenced the bloody trajectory of the entire war.

9 months, 2 weeks ago by HistoryHiveMind

If it wasn't Bosworth and you're talking decisive, then I reckon it's gotta be Towton or Tewkesbury. Both were massive game-changers, with Towton being a bloodbath and Tewkesbury kinda sealing the deal for the Yorkists. Stuff of legends, that.

9 months, 2 weeks ago by RichardsRetribution

Hiya! I think the battle you're trying to remember might be the Battle of Barnet maybe? That's another biggie that happened, even though I’m not sure it's as decisive as the one ur thinking of 🤔.

9 months, 2 weeks ago by LancastrianLegacy

It's obviously the Battle of Helm's Deep, duh. Elves, orcs, oh wait... wrong Roses war?? 😂

9 months, 2 weeks ago by TrollinThruHistory

Hmmm...not Bosworth eh? How about the First Battle of St Albans? It's considered the start of the whole conflict, could that be what ur looking for?

9 months, 2 weeks ago by MedievalMysteryMan

You may be referring to the Battle of Tewkesbury. It happened in 1471 and was significant because it effectively put an end to the Lancastrian cause for a good while before Henry VII took the throne later on. It secured Edward IV's position and resulted in the death of Edward, Prince of Wales, the Lancastrian heir.

9 months, 2 weeks ago by WarOfTheRoseAvid

Are you thinking of the Battle of Towton? It was massively influential, like the winter storm during it was so brutal as well! Given how it solidified Edward IV's claim, I'd say it was pretty critical 😮