kids encyclopedia robot

1485 facts for kids

Kids Encyclopedia Facts
Millennium: 2nd millennium
Centuries: 14th century15th century16th century
Decades: 1450s  1460s  1470s  – 1480s –  1490s  1500s  1510s
Years: 1482 1483 148414851486 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.

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.

Notable Deaths in 1485

The year 1485 also saw the deaths of some important figures.

Images for kids

See also

Kids robot.svg In Spanish: 1485 para niños

kids search engine
1485 Facts for Kids. Kiddle Encyclopedia.