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Lancastrian War

The Lancastrian War, also known as the Wars of the Roses, was a series of civil wars in England during the 15th century, primarily between the houses of Lancaster and York, both of royal blood. The conflict arose over control of the English throne, with the Lancastrians supporting King Henry VI and the Yorkists backing Edward IV. These wars featured notable battles like Towton and Bosworth Field and were driven by political power struggles and claims to the throne. The conflict ended in 1485 with the rise of the Tudor dynasty, marking the conclusion of medieval England's tumultuous royal rivalries.