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Richard IIIs request for the Great Seal with postscript on treachery of Duke of Buckingham 12th October 1483 Date: 12th October 1483
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1483 Buckingham Document Documents I Ii Request Seal Treachery 15th
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "A Moment of Regal Request: Richard III and the Treacherous Duke of Buckingham, 12th October 1483" This evocative image captures a pivotal moment in English history, as King Richard III (r. 1483-1485) makes an official request for the Great Seal on the 12th of October, 1483. The Great Seal, an essential symbol of royal authority, was used to authenticate important documents and decrees. Richard III, dressed in his regal attire, is depicted in this document holding a scroll, symbolizing his request. The image underscores the gravity of the situation, as the newly crowned monarch seeks to establish his rule and legitimacy. However, this seemingly ordinary event was overshadowed by the treachery of the Duke of Buckingham (1456-1483), who conspired against the king just months after this image was recorded. Buckingham, once a trusted advisor, had secretly allied himself with the exiled Henry Tudor, who would later claim the throne as Henry VII. The postscript to this tale of power and deception unfolds when Buckingham was arrested and executed on the 17th of November, 1483, for his involvement in the plot against Richard III. This document serves as a poignant reminder of the unpredictable nature of power and the consequences of treachery in the 15th century English court. The intricate details of the document, with its ornate borders and meticulous script, further underscore the importance of this moment in history. This image offers a glimpse into the past, providing a fascinating insight into the political intrigue and power struggles that shaped the late medieval period.
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