Richard, The Duke of York, Fortheringhay, Northants, England.
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member Jonovich
N 52° 31.544 W 000° 26.310
30U E 673765 N 5822597
This plaque is located in the grounds of Fotheringhays, St.Marys & All Angels church, a short distance from the south eastern face of the church.
Waymark Code: WMDA5C
Location: Eastern England, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 12/12/2011
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member Brentorboxer
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The plaque reads:

Wakefield Historical Society - 2010

The body of Richard, Duke of York
Killed at the Battle of Wakefield
1460
Rested overnight near this place
during the procession
carrying him for burial
at
Fotheringhay
21-30 July 1476
Type of Historic Marker: Circular plaque

Historical Marker Issuing Authority: Wakefield Historical Society

Age/Event Date: 07/21/1476

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