Author: James R Holland (153171)

The Daily Lancastrian

The Story so far

May 1455: The Battle of St. Albans- Yorkist victory!
Yorkist triumph brings shame and disappointment to the Lancastrian forces after a devastating loss at the Battle of St. Albans. With the Red Rose suffering from the greatest losses, significant deaths include the prestige Duke of Somerset, the Earl of Northumberland and Lord Clifford, they will be missed and their absence from court will impact upon our future as a nation. There is one word to describe this event: a slaughter. Another atrocity occurred when King Henry VI was injured and captured by the Yorkist's, an act that cannot pass without a vendetta following.

November 1459: Parliament of Devils
The Parliament of Devils was formed with complete Lancastrian dominance. This Parliament was held at Coventry and was formed in order to consolidate the victory of the Yorkist's at Ludford Bridge. This name ‘Parliament of Devils’ is labelled due to the supposed viciousness and unfairness of their actions. Regardless of this, the Parliament successful in condemning these traitors. Yorkist land was given to the most loyal followers of our King. This expresses optimism in comparison to recent events.

December 1460: York killed at Wakefield!
Massive success for our Lancastrian soldiers during the recent Battle of Wakefield, with the death of much loathed Richard Duke of York. The White Rose marched North in order to re-establish their power in the North, and came back broken and fragmented, with the over 2000 men being slain during this battle. One could say we have begun a few more blood feuds, but it is all in the name of Lancastrian glory! Now that false duke’s head lies atop the gates of York with a paper crown (a little gift from Queen Margaret) as a reminder of our immense power. Problem still the crown as York’s heir intends to ascend to the throne, with many claiming about his strength as a leader and legitimacy as the rightful king of England. Only time will tell what the result will be.