AQA A Level History Depth Study: The Wars of the Roses, 1450-1499 June 2022 question paper 7042/2B

With reference to these sources and your understanding of the historical context, assess the value of these three sources to an historian studying the First Battle of St Albans.

‘Richard, Duke of York’s actions were the main cause of political instability in the years 1456 to 1460.’

Assess the validity of this view.

In the years 1471 to 1478, how serious were the challenges to Edward IV’s authority?

‘By the end of 1484, Richard III was in an extremely weak position as king.’

Assess the validity of this view.