Richard III Begins His Reign
King Richard III, born on October 2, 1452, was the last Plantagenet king of England. He ascended the throne on this day in 1483 after the death of his brother, King Edward IV. Richard's reign was marked by controversy, notably the disappearance of his nephews, the Princes in the Tower, leading to suspicions of murder. His rule faced rebellion and unrest, culminating in the decisive Battle of Bosworth Field on August 22, 1485. Richard was defeated and killed by the forces of Henry Tudor, who became King Henry VII, marking the end of the Wars of the Roses and the Plantagenet dynasty. Richard III's body was rediscovered in 2012, sparking renewed interest in his contentious legacy.
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