The Historical Association: The Life and Death of Richard III

This talk explores the life and death of King Richard III, beginning with his role in the Wars of the Roses and his rise to the throne. It also covers the princes in the tower, the events that shaped his reign, and the Battle of Bosworth, which brought it to an end.

The session then turns to the discovery of Richard III’s remains in Leicester. Medieval weapons are described and demonstrated, and a replica of Richard’s skull is examined to show how those weapons left the wound marks seen there.

The talk is delivered by John Richards and is organised by the Swansea Branch of the Historical Association.