Welcome back to Why Wars Happened, the podcast where we dig into what really sparked history’s biggest conflicts. In this episode, Emily chats with military historian Michael Jones about one of the most famous battles in English history—the Battle of Bosworth, 1485. It’s the clash that brought down Richard III, ended the Wars of the Roses, and kicked off the Tudor dynasty. Michael, author of Bosworth 1485: The Battle That Transformed England, walks us through what really happened that day, clears up some of the myths Shakespeare helped spread, and even weighs in on the enduring mystery of the Princes in the Tower. If you’re into medieval history, the Tudors, or just love a good royal power struggle, you won’t want to miss this one.
00:00 Introduction to Why Wars Happened Podcast
00:53 Introducing Today's Guest: Michael Jones
01:35 The Battle of Bosworth: An Overview
03:03 Reevaluating the Battle's Location
05:47 Shakespeare's Influence and Historical Misunderstandings
18:21 The Princes in the Tower: A Medieval Mystery
20:54 The DNA Test Debate
21:23 Historical Discoveries and Their Impact
23:30 Richard III's Reputation
30:38 Hypothetical Scenarios and Propaganda
34:54 The Role of Mothers in Royal Politics
40:04 Debates and Future Works
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