ISBN: 9781804518335 - the wars of the roses volume 1: the triumph of york 1455-1461 (15 risultati)

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. The Wars of the Roses offers a new and authoritative history of the military campaigns of the Wars of the Roses. It draws upon decades of archival research and recent archaeological findings to provide a fresh perspective on the civil wars of the mid-fifteenth century, from the first Battle of St Albans to Edward IV's recovery of the throne in 1471. This first of three volumes explores the initial phase of the war, from 1455 to the Yorkist seizure of the throne in March 1461. It examines the major battles of Northampton, St Albans, and the decisive clash at Towton, as well as lesser-known campaigns in Ireland and Calais. Based on the author's archival research conducted over four decades, it presents fresh interpretations of the battles, particularly Wakefield and Towton, while incorporating the latest archaeological evidence to reshape our understanding of the nature of warfare during this period. Each battle and campaign is reconstructed in detail, examining the role played by important individuals. The Wars of the Roses Volume 1 shows how decisions and the course of battle were determined by ideas of chivalry and constitutional principle, as well as deception and individual acts of bravery and skill. AUTHOR: David Grummitt is editor of Military Modelcraft International with more than a decade of building models and writing articles for publication. As well as being editor of MMI since 2009, he is a professional historian who has written several books on fifteenth- and sixteenth-century military and political history. 9 colour illustrations, 1 colour map, 11 b/w photos, 1 b/w illustration, 8 b/w maps, 7 tables This is a new and authoritative history of the military campaigns of the Wars of the Roses. It draws on decades of archival research and recent archaeological work to present a fresh perspective on the civil wars of the mid-fifteenth century. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

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Soft cover. Condizione: Fine. 1st Edition. A new title from the series From Retinue to Regiment 1453-1618. A fresh account of the early part of the fifteenth century "Wars of the Roses". 190 pp, 9 colour illustrations, 1 colour map, 11 b/w photos, 1 b/w illustration, 8 b/w maps etc.

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - This authoritative history reframes early Wars of the Roses battles through archival research, archaeology, and sharp analysis.The Wars of the Roses offers a new and authoritative history of the military campaigns of the Wars of the Roses. Drawing upon decades of archival research and recent archaeological discoveries, it provides a fresh perspective on the civil wars of the mid-fifteenth century.This first of three volumes explores the initial phase of the conflict, from 1455 to the Yorkist seizure of the throne in March 1461. It examines the major battles of Northampton, St Albans, and the decisive clash at Towton, as well as lesser-known campaigns in Ireland and Calais. Based on the author's four decades of archival research, it presents new interpretations of key engagements, particularly Wakefield and Towton, while incorporating the latest archaeological evidence to reshape our understanding of warfare during this period.Each battle and campaign is reconstructed in detail, highlighting the roles of key individuals. The Wars of the Roses Volume I reveals how the outcomes of battle were influenced not only by chivalric ideals and constitutional principles but also by deception, personal ambition, and individual acts of courage and skill.…

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. The Wars of the Roses offers a new and authoritative history of the military campaigns of the Wars of the Roses. It draws upon decades of archival research and recent archaeological findings to provide a fresh perspective on the civil wars of the mid-fifteenth century, from the first Battle of St Albans to Edward IV's recovery of the throne in 1471. This first of three volumes explores the initial phase of the war, from 1455 to the Yorkist seizure of the throne in March 1461. It examines the major battles of Northampton, St Albans, and the decisive clash at Towton, as well as lesser-known campaigns in Ireland and Calais. Based on the author's archival research conducted over four decades, it presents fresh interpretations of the battles, particularly Wakefield and Towton, while incorporating the latest archaeological evidence to reshape our understanding of the nature of warfare during this period. Each battle and campaign is reconstructed in detail, examining the role played by important individuals. The Wars of the Roses Volume 1 shows how decisions and the course of battle were determined by ideas of chivalry and constitutional principle, as well as deception and individual acts of bravery and skill. AUTHOR: David Grummitt is editor of Military Modelcraft International with more than a decade of building models and writing articles for publication. As well as being editor of MMI since 2009, he is a professional historian who has written several books on fifteenth- and sixteenth-century military and political history. 9 colour illustrations, 1 colour map, 11 b/w photos, 1 b/w illustration, 8 b/w maps, 7 tables This is a new and authoritative history of the military campaigns of the Wars of the Roses. It draws on decades of archival research and recent archaeological work to present a fresh perspective on the civil wars of the mid-fifteenth century. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. The Wars of the Roses offers a new and authoritative history of the military campaigns of the Wars of the Roses. It draws upon decades of archival research and recent archaeological findings to provide a fresh perspective on the civil wars of the mid-fifteenth century, from the first Battle of St Albans to Edward IV's recovery of the throne in 1471. This first of three volumes explores the initial phase of the war, from 1455 to the Yorkist seizure of the throne in March 1461. It examines the major battles of Northampton, St Albans, and the decisive clash at Towton, as well as lesser-known campaigns in Ireland and Calais. Based on the author's archival research conducted over four decades, it presents fresh interpretations of the battles, particularly Wakefield and Towton, while incorporating the latest archaeological evidence to reshape our understanding of the nature of warfare during this period. Each battle and campaign is reconstructed in detail, examining the role played by important individuals. The Wars of the Roses Volume 1 shows how decisions and the course of battle were determined by ideas of chivalry and constitutional principle, as well as deception and individual acts of bravery and skill. AUTHOR: David Grummitt is editor of Military Modelcraft International with more than a decade of building models and writing articles for publication. As well as being editor of MMI since 2009, he is a professional historian who has written several books on fifteenth- and sixteenth-century military and political history. 9 colour illustrations, 1 colour map, 11 b/w photos, 1 b/w illustration, 8 b/w maps, 7 tables This is a new and authoritative history of the military campaigns of the Wars of the Roses. It draws on decades of archival research and recent archaeological work to present a fresh perspective on the civil wars of the mid-fifteenth century. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.…