EuropeEvent
Jasper Tudor Takes Possession of Cardiff Castle
- When
- 1488
- Where
- Cardiff Castle
- Episodes
- 1
In 1488, Jasper Tudor, Duke of Bedford, took possession of Cardiff Castle. This transfer occurred during the Wars of the Roses, following his restoration to titles after Henry VII's accession in 1485.
Episodes
Background and detail
Political Context. Jasper Tudor was restored to his former titles, including Duke of Bedford, after Henry VII's accession in 1485. He had previously served as a key Lancastrian supporter and was involved in suppressing Yorkist rebellions in 1486 and 1487.
People involved
- Jasper Tudor · Duke of Bedford
Sources
- Jasper Tudor Wikipedia
- Cardiff Castle Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-02
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