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Edward of Warwick: the other prince in the tower
Episode 71

Edward of Warwick: the other prince in the tower

Sarah Norton explains why the young heir posed such a threat to the Tudor usurper

HistoryExtra Long Reads

December 9, 202420m 40s

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Show Notes

The 1499 execution of Edward of Warwick snuffed out the final embers of the Wars of the Roses. In this Long Read written by Sarah Norton, we introduce the last male heir to the House of York – and explain why he “had to perish” to secure the crown for Henry VII.


HistoryExtra Long Reads brings you the best articles from BBC History Magazine, direct to your ears. Today’s feature originally appeared in the November 2024 issue, and has been voiced in partnership with the RNIB.

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