Why the English Nobility Slaughtered Itself: The Wars of the Roses

Описание: It is 1453, and the King of England is sitting in a catatonic stupor while his nobles sharpen their swords. This is the terrifying true story of the Wars of the Roses, a thirty-year blood feud that decimated the English aristocracy and inspired George R.R. Martin’s "Game of Thrones."
In this documentary, we peel back the layers of romantic legend to reveal the brutal reality of Medieval English History. It wasn’t just a battle between the House of York vs Lancaster; it was a chaotic free-for-all involving mad kings, vengeful queens, and secret murders. From the frozen slaughter at the Battle of Towton—the bloodiest day ever on English soil—to the mysterious disappearance of the Princes in the Tower, we explore why the English elite decided to destroy itself.
We will analyze the forensic evidence of medieval warfare, uncovering the shocking truth about how knights really died (it wasn't pretty). We’ll trace the rise of iconic villains like Richard III and the political genius of Margaret of Anjou. Why did a dispute between cousins turn into a campaign of extermination? And how did a relatively unknown exile named Henry Tudor manage to win it all?
Join us as we step into the fog of war to witness the collapse of the Plantagenet dynasty. If you think you know the story of the Wars of the Roses, think again. The truth is far stranger, and bloodier, than fiction.
📚 HISTORICAL SOURCES & FURTHER READING:
"The Wars of the Roses" by Dan Jones
"The Brothers York" by Thomas Penn
"Blood and Roses" by Helen Castor
Towton Battlefield Archaeology Project (University of Bradford)

⚠️ DISCLAIMER: This video explores historical events involving warfare and violence. All descriptions are based on documented historical records and forensic archaeology. Viewer discretion is advised.
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