Edward IV of England 1442 – 1483

Biography

Edward IV was born on May 7, 1442, in Rouen, France, during a time of significant change in England. He would go on to become King of England, serving his nation across two separate periods of rule: from 1461 to 1470 and again from 1471 until his death in 1483. His life spanned four decades of English history, a period marked by considerable dynastic and political transformation.

Edward passed away on April 18, 1483, at the Palace of Westminster, bringing to an end a reign that had left its mark on the kingdom. Though the specific circumstances surrounding his death were not recorded for posterity, his life’s work endured through the institutions and legacy he left behind. His final resting place was chosen with great reverence: St George’s Chapel in Windsor, one of England’s most sacred and significant religious sites, reflecting the honor due to his station and years of service.