The Battle of Bosworth Field

The Battle of Bosworth Field, fought on August 22, 1485, was a crucial conflict in the Wars of the Roses, marking the end of the Plantagenet dynasty and the rise of the Tudors. King Richard III faced Henry Tudor, who sought the throne. The battle took place near Bosworth in Leicestershire, England, and ended with Richard's defeat and death. Henry claimed victory, became King Henry VII, and founded the Tudor dynasty, which would rule for over a century, reshaping English history. This battle symbolizes the shift from medieval to early modern England and the start of a new era.