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'The Sun in Splendour': the reign of Edward IV, 1471–1483 (A-level only)

the fall of the House of York, 1471–1499 (A-level only): 'The Sun in Splendour': the reign of Edward IV, 1471–1483 (A-level only)

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'The Sun in Splendour': the reign of Edward IV, 1471–1483 (A-level only)4 objectives

The consolidation of royal authority under Edward IV and the development of new methods of government.
Factional rivalries and court politics: hostile reactions against the influence of the Woodvilles.
Change and continuity in English society during a decade of peace: trade and the economy, social mobility, the regions.
The premature death of Edward IV and the crisis of the Yorkist succession.

Royal CouncilWoodville FamilyCourt PoliticsYorkist FactionGentryCloth IndustryYorkistRegency

Use specific examples in your answers: When discussing Edward IV's methods of consolidation, include specific events or policies to support your arguments.
Use Specific Examples: When discussing the Woodvilles' influence, provide specific examples of key events or individuals affected by their rise.

Confusing Edward IV's reign with earlier conflicts: Focus specifically on events and policies from 1471 to 1483 to accurately assess Edward IV's consolidation of power.
Overgeneralizing the Woodville Influence: It's important to recognize that while many nobles opposed the Woodvilles, some did support them, and their influence was not uniformly negative.

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