Starts: Thursday 23 April 2026, 7pm to 9pm GMT
In 1399 Henry Bolingbroke seized the throne from his cousin Richard II and founded the line of Lancastrian kings. Was Henry IV’s usurpation ultimately responsible for the Wars of the Roses, or did he rid England of the “tyrannical” Richard II? Was Henry V an undefeated military genius who conquered France, or did he create financial problems for his successor? Was Henry VI a saintly king, or did his periodic bouts of “madness” trigger the Wars of the Roses? This course examines the careers and legacies of these three Lancastrian kings.
More details of the course.
Start Date: Thursday 23 April 2026
Time: 7-9pm GMT
Duration: 11 weeks
Full Fee: £165
Location: Online
This course will be delivered via Zoom. Students joining the course will need access to a computer, laptop or tablet with a microphone (essential) and a webcam (desirable), as well as a reliable broadband connection.
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