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Bosworth Field Collection

"Bosworth Field: Unveiling the Secrets of a Historic Battle" Step back in time to the fateful day of 22 August 1485

Background imageBosworth Field Collection: Henry VII (1457-1509) king of england, c.1900 (engraving)

Henry VII (1457-1509) king of england, c.1900 (engraving)
863736 Henry VII (1457-1509) king of england, c.1900 (engraving); (add.info.: Henry VII (1457-1509) first Tudor king of England from 1485.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Background imageBosworth Field Collection: Helmet found at Bosworth Field, and flexible cuirass of metal laminae on leather said to have

Helmet found at Bosworth Field, and flexible cuirass of metal laminae on leather said to have belonged to King Henry
5324058 Helmet found at Bosworth Field, and flexible cuirass of metal laminae on leather said to have belonged to King Henry VIII, illustration from Military Antiquities

Background imageBosworth Field Collection: Battle of Bosworth Field, 22 August 1485, Wars of the Roses (litho)

Battle of Bosworth Field, 22 August 1485, Wars of the Roses (litho)
865720 Battle of Bosworth Field, 22 August 1485, Wars of the Roses (litho) by English School; Universal History Archive/UIG

Background imageBosworth Field Collection: The Battle of Bosworth, illustration from British Battles on Land and Sea (litho)

The Battle of Bosworth, illustration from British Battles on Land and Sea (litho)
IL350926 The Battle of Bosworth, illustration from British Battles on Land and Sea (litho) by Stott, W.R.S. (1878-1939); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Battle of Bosworth)

Background imageBosworth Field Collection: Richard III at Bosworth Field, 22 August 1485, from A Chronicle of England BC 55 to AD

Richard III at Bosworth Field, 22 August 1485, from A Chronicle of England BC 55 to AD
984796 Richard III at Bosworth Field, 22 August 1485, from A Chronicle of England BC 55 to AD 1485, pub. London, 1863 (colour litho) by Doyle

Background imageBosworth Field Collection: Illustration for King Richard III (engraving)

Illustration for King Richard III (engraving)
725316 Illustration for King Richard III (engraving) by Hopkins, Arthur (1848-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for King Richard III)

Background imageBosworth Field Collection: Henry VII crowned at Bosworth, illustration from Hutchinson

Henry VII crowned at Bosworth, illustration from Hutchinson
STC373524 Henry VII crowned at Bosworth, illustration from Hutchinsons Story of the British Nation, c.1923 (litho) by Woodville

Background imageBosworth Field Collection: King Richard III killed in Bosworth Field (engraving)

King Richard III killed in Bosworth Field (engraving)
819158 King Richard III killed in Bosworth Field (engraving) by Wale, Samuel (1721-86) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Richard III killed in Bosworth Field)

Background imageBosworth Field Collection: Richard III slain in battle at Bosworth Field (engraving)

Richard III slain in battle at Bosworth Field (engraving)
2808240 Richard III slain in battle at Bosworth Field (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Richard III slain in battle at Bosworth Field)

Background imageBosworth Field Collection: Henry VII crowned at Bosworth, illustration from The History of the Nation

Henry VII crowned at Bosworth, illustration from The History of the Nation
STC306688 Henry VII crowned at Bosworth, illustration from The History of the Nation (litho) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageBosworth Field Collection: Bosworth Field (engraving)

Bosworth Field (engraving)
5230736 Bosworth Field (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bosworth Field. Illustration for The Pictorial Times)

Background imageBosworth Field Collection: The Crown of Richard III found on Bosworth Field (engraving)

The Crown of Richard III found on Bosworth Field (engraving)
6020470 The Crown of Richard III found on Bosworth Field (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Crown of Richard III found on Bosworth Field)

Background imageBosworth Field Collection: Richard III Killed in Bosworth-Field (engraving)

Richard III Killed in Bosworth-Field (engraving)
3630941 Richard III Killed in Bosworth-Field (engraving) by Wale, Samuel (1721-86) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Richard III Killed in Bosworth-Field)

Background imageBosworth Field Collection: King Richard III at Bosworth Field

King Richard III at Bosworth Field
LLM339263 King Richard III at Bosworth Field by Doyle, James William Edmund (1822-92); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Richard III at Bosworth Field)

Background imageBosworth Field Collection: Pyramidical Structure over King Richards Well, on Bosworth Field (engraving)

Pyramidical Structure over King Richards Well, on Bosworth Field (engraving)
1098646 Pyramidical Structure over King Richards Well, on Bosworth Field (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pyramidical Structure over King Richards Well)

Background imageBosworth Field Collection: Richards Last Charge on Bosworth Field (engraving)

Richards Last Charge on Bosworth Field (engraving)
3106320 Richards Last Charge on Bosworth Field (engraving) by Ford, Henry Justice (1860-1941); Private Collection; (add.info.: Richards Last Charge on Bosworth Field)

Background imageBosworth Field Collection: Richard III at the Battle of Bosworth, illustration from Cassell

Richard III at the Battle of Bosworth, illustration from Cassell
STC385281 Richard III at the Battle of Bosworth, illustration from Cassells Illustrated History of England (engraving) (sepia photo) by English School

Background imageBosworth Field Collection: Bosworth Field and King Richards Well (engraving)

Bosworth Field and King Richards Well (engraving)
970481 Bosworth Field and King Richards Well (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bosworth Field and King Richards Well)

Background imageBosworth Field Collection: Richard III Killed in Bosworth-Field, 1773. Creator: William Walker

Richard III Killed in Bosworth-Field, 1773. Creator: William Walker
Richard III Killed in Bosworth-Field, 1773. Richard III (1452-1485) killed in Bosworth-Field and the last English king to be killed in battle. After Samuel Wale (1721-1786)

Background imageBosworth Field Collection: Richard III. and the Earl of Richmond at the Battle of Bosworth, 1485, (mid 19th century)

Richard III. and the Earl of Richmond at the Battle of Bosworth, 1485, (mid 19th century). The Battle of Bosworth Field, fought on 22 August 1485

Background imageBosworth Field Collection: Richard III of England at the Battle of Bosworth Field, Leicestershire, 1485 (1864)

Richard III of England at the Battle of Bosworth Field, Leicestershire, 1485 (1864). Richard (1452-1485) was the last Plantagenet King of England

Background imageBosworth Field Collection: Richard III at Bosworth, 22 August 1485, (c1880)

Richard III at Bosworth, 22 August 1485, (c1880). The Battle of Bosworth Field (or Battle of Bosworth) 22 August 1485, was the last significant battle of the Wars of the Roses

Background imageBosworth Field Collection: Richard III at the Battle of Bosworth, 1485 (1905)

Richard III at the Battle of Bosworth, 1485 (1905). From Cassells History of England, Vol. II, [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris, New York & Melbourne, 1905]

Background imageBosworth Field Collection: Bosworth Field. Leicestershire, England, 20th century. Artist: CM Dixon

Bosworth Field. Leicestershire, England, 20th century. Artist: CM Dixon
Bosworth Field. Leicestershire, England, 20th century. The Battle of Bosworth Field (or Battle of Bosworth) was the last significant battle of the Wars of the Roses

Background imageBosworth Field Collection: King Richards Well, Bosworth Field, Leicestershire, England, 20th century. Artist: CM Dixon

King Richards Well, Bosworth Field, Leicestershire, England, 20th century. Artist: CM Dixon
King Richards Well, Bosworth Field, Leicestershire, England, 20th century. Site of death of King Richard III at Battle of Bosworth, 1485. The present structure was restored or rebuilt in 1985

Background imageBosworth Field Collection: Battle of Bosworth Field, 22 August 1485 (1864). Artist: James William Edmund Doyle

Battle of Bosworth Field, 22 August 1485 (1864). Artist: James William Edmund Doyle
Battle of Bosworth Field, 22 August 1485 (1864). Richard III (1452-1485), last Yorkist king of England from 1483, on a white horse


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"Bosworth Field: Unveiling the Secrets of a Historic Battle" Step back in time to the fateful day of 22 August 1485, when the Wars of the Roses reached their climactic point at Bosworth Field. This legendary battle, forever etched in history, witnessed the rise and fall of kings and altered the course of England's destiny. Amongst the remnants left behind by this epic clash is a remarkable find - a helmet discovered at Bosworth Field. Its weathered surface tells tales of bravery and valor, reminding us of the warriors who once donned it on that eventful day. A symbol of power and protection, this artifact serves as a tangible link to King Henry VIII himself. Another intriguing relic from this historic site is a flexible cuirass adorned with metal laminae on leather. Believed to have belonged to King Henry VIII as well, this armor bears witness to his martial prowess and unyielding spirit. Francis Grose's exquisite illustration from "Military Antiquities. . " allows us an intimate glimpse into its intricate design. The lithographs depicting the Battle transport us right onto those blood-soaked fields where Richard III met his tragic end. From British Battles on Land and Sea comes an evocative image capturing both chaos and courage amidst clashing armies locked in mortal combat. A Chronicle of England BC 55 to AD presents Richard III at Bosworth Field, immortalizing him in ink for eternity. The engraving offers insight into his final moments before succumbing to fate's cruel hand. But victory was not solely Richard's undoing; it marked Henry VII's ascension too. Hutchinson’s illustration showcases this pivotal moment as he is crowned amid jubilant celebrations at Bosworth itself – an indelible scene etched upon our collective memory. As we delve deeper into history through these engravings, we witness Richard III meeting his demise within the very heart of Bosworth Field.