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The Battles of Barnet and Tewkesbury occurred after the Siege of London, weakening the Lancastrian cause.
Answer: False
The Battles of Barnet (April 14, 1471) and Tewkesbury (May 4, 1471) occurred prior to the Siege of London (May 12-15, 1471), significantly weakening the Lancastrian cause before the final attempt on the capital.
King Edward IV returned to England in March 1471 by landing his forces in Kent.
Answer: False
King Edward IV landed his forces at Ravenspurn, Yorkshire, in March 1471, not in Kent.
Upon his return in 1471, Edward IV was welcomed with enthusiasm by the citizens of London.
Answer: True
Upon his return to England in April 1471, King Edward IV received a welcoming reception from the citizens of London, indicating general support for his reign.
Queen Margaret of Anjou's arrival in England was delayed due to a severe storm at sea.
Answer: True
Queen Margaret of Anjou's arrival in England with reinforcements was delayed due to adverse weather conditions, specifically a severe storm at sea.
Which battles significantly weakened the Lancastrian cause immediately before the Siege of London?
Answer: The Battle of Barnet and the Battle of Tewkesbury.
The Battles of Barnet (April 14, 1471) and Tewkesbury (May 4, 1471) were critical engagements that significantly weakened the Lancastrian cause immediately preceding the Siege of London.
Where did King Edward IV land in England in March 1471 before marching towards London?
Answer: Ravenspurn, Yorkshire
King Edward IV disembarked at Ravenspurn, Yorkshire, upon his return to England in March 1471, before proceeding towards London.
How did the population of London generally view Edward IV upon his return in April 1471?
Answer: With joy and support.
Upon his return in April 1471, Edward IV was welcomed with considerable joy and support by the population of London.
What tactical error did the Lancastrian army make near Tewkesbury?
Answer: They abandoned a strategic height, precipitating their defeat.
A critical tactical error by the Lancastrian army at Tewkesbury involved the abandonment of a strategic elevated position, which precipitated their subsequent defeat and rout.
Thomas Neville's initial force in Kent consisted of around 3,000 men, primarily recruited from Calais.
Answer: False
Thomas Neville's force in Kent initially comprised approximately 300 men sent from Calais, with his army growing to around 3,000 men through further recruitment, not primarily from Calais.
Edward IV summoned an army of roughly 30,000 men to defend London.
Answer: True
According to historical accounts, King Edward IV summoned a substantial army, estimated to be around 30,000 men, to secure the defense of London.
Thomas Neville's primary motivation for continuing the siege was the potential capture of Edward IV.
Answer: False
Thomas Neville's primary objective was the liberation of King Henry VI from his imprisonment in the Tower of London, not the capture of King Edward IV.
The Lancastrian forces attempting to storm London were estimated to be around 4,500 strong.
Answer: False
The Lancastrian forces commanded by Thomas Neville were estimated to number approximately 5,000 men, not 4,500.
What was the primary objective of Thomas Neville and his Lancastrian forces during the Siege of London in May 1471?
Answer: To liberate King Henry VI from his imprisonment in the Tower of London.
The primary objective of Thomas Neville and his Lancastrian forces was to liberate King Henry VI from his imprisonment in the Tower of London.
What was the estimated size of the Lancastrian army led by Thomas Neville?
Answer: Approximately 5,000 men
The Lancastrian army led by Thomas Neville was estimated to comprise approximately 5,000 men, gathered from various sources including Kentish levies.
The military engagement known as the Siege of London in 1471 spanned approximately one week, concluding on May 20th.
Answer: False
The Siege of London concluded on May 15, 1471, after approximately four days of significant engagement, though skirmishes may have continued.
London authorities readily granted entry to Thomas Neville's forces on May 9, 1471.
Answer: False
The authorities in London refused entry to Thomas Neville's forces on May 9, 1471, due to concerns about their intentions and the city's preparedness for defense.
London prepared for the siege by reinforcing its walls and mobilizing its citizen militia.
Answer: True
London actively prepared for the siege by reinforcing its defenses, including arming its citizen militia and equipping the Thames banks with artillery.
The initial Lancastrian attacks on May 12, 1471, focused on storming Ludgate and Bishopsgate.
Answer: False
The initial Lancastrian attacks on May 12, 1471, were directed at London Bridge and Southwark, not Ludgate or Bishopsgate.
On May 13, Thomas Neville attempted to gain access to Westminster by attacking Kingston Bridge.
Answer: True
On May 13, 1471, Thomas Neville shifted his strategy to attack Kingston Bridge in an attempt to gain access to Westminster.
During the May 14 assault, Lancastrian forces successfully breached the city walls at Bishopsgate.
Answer: False
Although Lancastrian forces attacked through the St Katherines Precinct and set fire to Bishopsgate during the May 14 assault, they did not successfully breach the city walls at that point.
During the assault on Aldgate, Lancastrian insurgents were able to hold the rampart permanently.
Answer: False
During the assault on Aldgate, Lancastrian insurgents briefly seized a rampart but were subsequently repulsed and recaptured by the London militia.
Thomas Neville used cannons mounted on ships to bombard London Bridge.
Answer: True
Thomas Neville strategically positioned cannons, moved from his ships, on the Thames bank to bombard London Bridge and the structures upon it.
Active fighting during the Siege of London ceased on May 14, 1471.
Answer: False
Active fighting during the Siege of London concluded on May 15, 1471, with the Lancastrian forces beginning their withdrawal, rather than ceasing on May 14th.
The Yorkist forces defending London during the siege numbered approximately 5,000 men.
Answer: False
The Yorkist forces defending London during the siege were estimated to number approximately 4,500 men, not 5,000.
The Tower of London served as a sanctuary for Edward IV's family during the siege.
Answer: True
The Tower of London served as a sanctuary for Edward IV's wife, Elizabeth Woodville, and their children during the siege, in addition to holding King Henry VI captive.
Why did London authorities refuse entry to Thomas Neville's forces in May 1471?
Answer: They recalled looting by Kentish soldiers in 1461 and were preparing defenses.
London authorities refused entry to Thomas Neville's forces partly due to historical precedent, recalling the looting by Kentish soldiers during a previous Lancastrian restoration in 1461, and also due to their own defensive preparations.
How did Thomas Neville attempt to attack Westminster on May 13, 1471?
Answer: By attacking Kingston Bridge to gain access.
On May 13, 1471, Thomas Neville attempted to gain access to Westminster by directing his forces to attack Kingston Bridge.
What happened during the Lancastrian assault through St Katherines Precinct on May 14, 1471?
Answer: They looted shops and set fire to Bishopsgate but were repulsed.
During the Lancastrian assault through the St Katherines Precinct on May 14, 1471, forces engaged in looting and arson at Bishopsgate but were ultimately repulsed by defenders.
What method did Thomas Neville employ to attack London Bridge?
Answer: Moving cannons from ships to bombard and set fire to buildings on the bridge.
Thomas Neville employed cannons, moved from his ships to the Thames bank, to bombard London Bridge and set fire to the buildings situated upon it, aiming to create an entry point.
When did active fighting conclude during the Siege of London?
Answer: May 15, 1471
Active fighting during the Siege of London concluded on May 15, 1471, as Lancastrian forces began to withdraw.
What was the significance of the St Katherines Precinct during the siege?
Answer: It was a densely populated area where fighting occurred, including looting and arson.
The St Katherines Precinct was significant as a densely populated area that became a key area of conflict, including looting and arson by Lancastrian forces during the siege.
What was the estimated strength of the Yorkist forces defending London during the siege?
Answer: Approximately 4,500 men
The Yorkist forces defending London during the siege were estimated to number approximately 4,500 men.
What historical event in 1461 likely influenced London's decision to deny entry to Neville's army in 1471?
Answer: The Lancastrian army's looting after the Second Battle of St Albans.
London's decision to deny entry to Neville's army in 1471 was likely influenced by the precedent set in 1461, when the Lancastrian army was denied entry after looting following the Second Battle of St Albans.
Thomas Neville commanded the Yorkist forces defending London against the Lancastrian attackers.
Answer: False
Thomas Neville commanded the Lancastrian forces attempting to storm London, not the Yorkist defenders.
During the siege, King Henry VI was held captive in the Tower of London.
Answer: True
King Henry VI was indeed held captive in the Tower of London during the Siege of London in 1471, a fact that motivated the Lancastrian assault.
Thomas Neville was a close relative and trusted commander of the Earl of Warwick.
Answer: True
Thomas Neville was a cousin of Richard Neville, the Earl of Warwick, and served as a trusted commander in his Lancastrian endeavors.
Anthony Woodville, Earl Rivers, was tasked with pursuing the Lancastrian fleet after the siege.
Answer: False
Anthony Woodville, Earl Rivers, was not tasked with pursuing the Lancastrian fleet; rather, he was left in command of London and played a key role in its defense against Thomas Neville's forces.
Which of the following describes the role of Anthony Woodville, Earl Rivers, during the siege?
Answer: He commanded the Yorkist defense of London after Edward IV departed.
Anthony Woodville, Earl Rivers, was entrusted with the command of London after Edward IV departed to pursue Margaret of Anjou following the Battle of Barnet, and he played a crucial role in organizing the city's defense against Neville's assault.
Who was Nicholas Faunt, mentioned in relation to the siege?
Answer: The Lord Mayor of Canterbury who supported Neville.
Nicholas Faunt was the Lord Mayor of Canterbury who actively supported Thomas Neville by raising men for his army in Kent.
What role did Richard, Duke of Gloucester, play in the events surrounding the siege?
Answer: He received the formal surrender of Thomas Neville.
Richard, Duke of Gloucester, played a significant role in the aftermath of the siege by receiving the formal surrender of Thomas Neville on May 27, 1471.
The Siege of London concluded with a decisive Lancastrian victory, leading to the release of Henry VI.
Answer: False
The Siege of London concluded with a decisive Yorkist victory, solidifying Edward IV's reign. King Henry VI died in the Tower of London shortly thereafter, rather than being released.
Thomas Neville surrendered to King Edward IV himself on May 27, 1471.
Answer: False
Thomas Neville formally surrendered on May 27, 1471, to Richard, Duke of Gloucester, who had been authorized to receive his surrender, not directly to King Edward IV.
King Henry VI died before the Siege of London began.
Answer: False
King Henry VI died in the Tower of London on May 21, 1471, which was shortly after the conclusion of the Siege of London, not before it began.
After the siege, Edward IV punished the rebels by executing Nicholas Faunt and imposing fines.
Answer: True
Following the siege, Edward IV pursued the rebels in Kent, resulting in the execution of Nicholas Faunt and others, alongside the imposition of fines.
Nicholas Faunt, the Lord Mayor of Canterbury, was pardoned for his role in supporting Neville.
Answer: False
Nicholas Faunt, the Lord Mayor of Canterbury, was not pardoned; he was executed on May 29, 1471, for his support of Thomas Neville.
Thomas Neville was executed shortly after his surrender in May 1471.
Answer: False
Thomas Neville was not executed shortly after his surrender in May 1471; he was beheaded on September 22, 1471.
What was the outcome of the Siege of London in May 1471?
Answer: A decisive Yorkist victory, securing Edward IV's reign.
The Siege of London concluded with a decisive Yorkist victory, which effectively secured King Edward IV's reign and consolidated the Yorkist claim to the throne.
To whom did Thomas Neville formally surrender his forces?
Answer: Richard, Duke of Gloucester
Thomas Neville formally surrendered his forces on May 27, 1471, to Richard, Duke of Gloucester, who had been duly authorized by King Edward IV to accept the capitulation.
What happened to King Henry VI shortly after the conclusion of the Siege of London?
Answer: He died suddenly in the Tower of London, likely assassinated.
Shortly after the conclusion of the Siege of London, King Henry VI died unexpectedly in the Tower of London on May 21, 1471, an event widely attributed to assassination orchestrated by Edward IV to neutralize any lingering threat posed by the former monarch.
What action did Edward IV take against the rebels in Kent following the siege?
Answer: He led an expedition to pursue them, resulting in executions and fines.
Following the siege, Edward IV led a punitive expedition into Kent to pursue the rebels, implementing severe measures that included executions and the imposition of fines.
What was the ultimate fate of Thomas Neville?
Answer: He was beheaded on September 22, 1471.
Thomas Neville's ultimate fate was execution by beheading on September 22, 1471, following his surrender.
What was the 'epilogue' significance of the Siege of London in the Wars of the Roses?
Answer: It was the final major battle that secured the Yorkist dynasty.
The Siege of London served as an epilogue to the decisive battles of 1471, representing the final suppression of Lancastrian resistance and securing the Yorkist dynasty's hold on the throne.
What was displayed on London Bridge after the executions of Thomas Neville and Nicholas Faunt?
Answer: The heads of Neville and Faunt, facing Kent.
Following their executions, the heads of Thomas Neville and Nicholas Faunt were displayed on London Bridge, positioned to face towards Kent as a deterrent.