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Battle of Bosworth Field

1485 • Leicestershire Feldschlacht

Historical Overview

Death of Richard III and end of the Plantagenet dynasty; rise of the Tudors.

Quick Facts

Outcome:Decisive victory for the House of Tudor.

House of Tudor

  • Commander: Henry Tudor
  • Strength: ca. 5.000
  • Casualties: ca. 100

House of York

  • Commander: Richard III. †
  • Strength: ca. 10.000
  • Casualties: ca. 1.000

Strategic Context

Henry Tudor's invasion to end the reign of Richard III.

Conflict / War

Wars of the Roses

Victory for the House of York.

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