Stoke Field 1487 :The Last Battle of the Wars of the Roses - Campaign
Stoke Field 1487 :The Last Battle of the Wars of the Roses - Campaign
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28 August, 2025
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Description
An in-depth look at a critical battle of the Wars of the Roses, which decisively ended the Yorkist cause and ensured the Tudor dominance that followed.
The Battle of Stoke is popularly considered to be the last battle of the Wars of the Roses. Less than two years previously, King Henry VII had been crowned on the battlefield following his victory over Richard III at Bosworth. Henry soon took steps to secure his crown, and made certain to keep control of any potential rivals. Despite these efforts, a plot soon emerged against his rule, which culminated in the crowning of a rival king in Ireland. Launching an invasion of England, the rebels had a number of early successes but failed to secure widespread support for their cause. Moving south, they met the hastily assembled but more numerous army of Henry VII outside the village of East Stoke, four miles south of Newark.
With stunning artwork and detailed maps, this expertly written title offers in-depth coverage of the battle that secured the new Tudor dynasty's hold on the throne. It is one of the least well documented conflicts of the period, but remains highly interesting and significant, not only as the final decisive action in the bloody Wars of the Roses, but also due to the nature of the soldiers present on the battlefield. This book explores the role these various factions played and how that contributed to the final victory.
More Details
| Type | Book |
|---|---|
| ISBN13 | 9781472867704 |
| ISBN10 | 147286770X |
| Number Of Pages | 96 |
| Item Weight | 300 g |
| Product Dimensions | 184 x 248 x 10 mm |
| Publisher / Reseller | Bloomsbury Publishing PLC |
| Format | paperback |
Media Reviews
a fascinating read * Army Rumour Service *
This is a very well-researched and engaging account of the rebellion by Lambert Simnel * Miniature Wargames *
The author’s command of his subject is ably demonstrated in an
authoritative and easy style.
Campaign books look at a conflict in painstaking detail, usually drawing from primary sources and undertaking original research to dive in depth on a given campaign or series of battles. * Goonhammer *
ln summary for anyone interèsted in the Wars of the Roses, and for those who still think Bosworth was the final battle, this is a must-have addition to their bookshelves. * Battlefield Magazine *
"This book is essential reading for all Ricardians wishing to understand the military aspects of the 1487 rebellion." * The Ricardian *
Author's Bio
Dickon Whitewood has long held a passion for medieval history and the practice of warfare and has an MA in Medieval & Renaissance Studies from University College London. He is currently employed as a Research Assistant on the Norwich Castle: Gateway to Medieval England project.
Graham Turner is a leading historical artist, specializing in the medieval period. He has illustrated numerous titles for Osprey, covering a wide variety of subjects. Graham lives and works in Buckinghamshire, UK.