Richard Neville, earl of Warwick , The Kingmaker

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Richard Neville, earl of Warwick , (The Kingmaker)

Known as:	The Kingmaker

Category:	English Noble

Born:	22 Nov 1428

Died:	14 Apr 1471 at Barnet, England

Overview:   Referred to as "The Kingmaker". Killed at the battle of Barnet by the forces of Edward IV.

Biography:   Referred to as "The Kingmaker", Richard Neville attempted to wield power through the weaknesses of both Yorkists and Lancastrians kings. He and his father (earl of Salisbury) partnered with the duke of York in his attempt to claim the crown. After helping Edward IV to gain the crown, he turned against Edward and joined forces with his brother George, duke of Clarence in 1469. When that gambit failed he switched sides and allied with Margaret of Anjou to put Henry VI back on the throne. Richard was killed at the battle of Barnet by the forces of Edward IV.

Principal Battles:
Blore Heath (1459 )

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