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The Wars of the Roses: what does it tell us about fifteenth-century England?

In this unit, pupils develop an understanding of the events of the period known as the Wars of the Roses. In doing so, they analyse the reasons for instability during this period, reflecting on what the Wars of the Roses can tell us about fifteenth-century England.

This is an attributed Oak National Academy lesson sequence, not a completed or academically approved DASKEREL course. Supporting transcripts may depend on video, images, practical equipment or teacher explanation. Follow each lesson’s supervision guidance. For religious education and RSHE, follow the school’s syllabus, policy and safeguarding procedures.

Prior knowledge

Pupils know that the role of the king was desired by many powerful men who were willing to fight for it.
Pupils know that kings must be seen to be successful in order to keep their power.

Source curriculum references

Extend and deepen their chronologically secure knowledge and understanding of British, local and world history, so that it provides a well-informed context for wider learning
Identify significant events, make connections, draw contrasts, and analyse trends within periods and over long arcs of time
Understand historical concepts such as significance
The development of Church, state and society in Medieval Britain 1066-1509

Oak source metadata. DASKEREL has not independently verified school-level coverage.

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