Edward IV, King (Lordship of Ireland) : All Data

Edward IV was the King of England from 1461 to 1483. He ascended to the throne during the Wars of the Roses, a series of civil wars between the Houses of Lancaster and York. Edward IV played a pivotal role in these conflicts, notably leading the Yorkist forces to victory in the Battle of Towton in 1461, which secured his claim to the throne. His reign saw the continuation of the Wars of the Roses, including significant battles such as the Battle of Barnet in 1471 and the Battle of Tewkesbury in the same year. Edward IV's rule marked a period of relative stability and prosperity for England.