The Wars of the Roses · 1455 – 1485
Henry VI: The Weak King
Analysing how the mental illness and poor leadership of Henry VI allowed noble factions to grow powerful.
Key Questions
- 1Can a medieval kingdom survive with a "weak" king?
- 2How did the loss of French lands contribute to Henry VI's unpopularity?
- 3Why did Margaret of Anjou become a key figure in the conflict?
National Curriculum Attainment Targets
KS3: History - The Wars of the RosesKS3: History - Kingship and Authority
Year: Year 7
Subject: History
Unit: The Wars of the Roses
Period: 1455 – 1485
Suggested Methodologies
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