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What was a key reason for Richard of Gloucester's coup d'état in 1483?

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The downfall of the Yorkist Monarchy, 1483–1486 (A-level only)

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What was a key reason for Richard of Gloucester's coup d'état in 1483?.

  1. A.To secure the throne for himself as Richard III
  2. B.To protect the rights of the young Edward V
  3. C.To maintain the power of the Yorkist dynasty
  4. D.To eliminate the threat from the Lancastrians

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