What Happened in 1470

Major Events

  • Oct 30 Wars of the Roses: Henry VI of England returns to the English throne after Earl of Warwick defeats Yorkists in battle

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Who Died in 1470

  • May 14 Charles VIII of Sweden, King of Sweden (1448–57, 1464–65 and 1467-70) and Norway (1449–50), dies at 60
  • Dec 16 John II, Duke of Lorraine (b. 1425)


World Leaders in 1470