1485 facts for kids
| Millennium: | 2nd millennium |
|---|---|
| Centuries: | 14th century – 15th century – 16th century |
| Decades: | 1450s 1460s 1470s – 1480s – 1490s 1500s 1510s |
| Years: | 1482 1483 1484 – 1485 – 1486 1487 1488 |
The year 1485 was a very important time in English history, especially because of a big battle that changed who ruled the country. It also saw the birth of some famous people who would later make their mark on the world.
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Key Events of 1485
The year 1485 was marked by a major turning point for England.
The Battle of Bosworth Field
On August 22, 1485, a big fight called the Battle of Bosworth Field happened. This battle was the last major fight in the War of the Roses. This long war was fought between two powerful families, the House of Lancaster and the House of York, who both wanted to rule England.
In this battle, King Richard III of England was defeated and killed. After his victory, Henry Tudor became the new King of England. This event ended the War of the Roses and started a new royal family line, the Tudors.
A New Illness Appears
In 1485, a strange and scary illness called the sweating sickness first appeared in England. People who caught it would sweat a lot and often died very quickly. It was a mysterious disease that caused a lot of fear.
Important People Born in 1485
Many people who became famous were born in 1485.
- 16 December – Catherine of Aragon: She later became the first wife of King Henry VIII of England. She was a queen of England.
- Thomas Cromwell: He was an important English statesman. This means he was a powerful person in the government.
- Hernán Cortés: He was a Spanish explorer and conqueror. He is famous for leading an expedition that caused the fall of the Aztec Empire in Mexico.
- Clément Janequin: A French composer known for his songs called chansons.
- Hugh Aston: An English composer.
- Pierre Moulu: A French composer.
Notable Deaths in 1485
The year 1485 also saw the deaths of some important figures.
- March 16 – Anne Neville: She was the Queen consort of King Richard III of England. This means she was his wife and queen.
- 22 August – King Richard III of England: He was the King of England who lost his life in the Battle of Bosworth Field.
- October 28 – Rodolphus Agricola: A Dutch scholar who was very learned and wise.
Images for kids
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Hernán Cortés was a famous Spanish explorer.
See also
In Spanish: 1485 para niños
