{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6793e616de7c597e4790bedb/6a4d66a56ae7b13bb295ba8f?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"69. Musings on a visit to the Battlefield of Towton","description":"<p>On this episode, Mark reflects on a recent visit to the Battlefield of Towton, where on 29th march 1461, the Lancastrian army of Henry VI was defeated by the Yorkist force of Edward IV. A turning point in the Wars of the Roses (1455-1487) that established Edward IV on the the throne that was reputed to be the bloodiest battle on English soil.</p><p><br></p><p>From the macro to the micro topics of history, The History Syndicate Podcast is the forum for all with a common interest in all things history.</p><p><br></p><p>The views expressed are those of the author and guest. They do not represent any views of any other organisation or institution.</p><p><br></p><p>Hosted by Mark Martin.</p><p>Edited and produced by Mark Martin.</p><p>Music: 'Throughout History' available via Async.</p><p>Audio: Mixed using Async.</p><p>Published via Acast.</p>","author_name":"Mark Martin"}