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Explore the major historical events, famous births, and notable deaths that occurred in the year 1485. This year saw 3 significant events. 1 notable figure passed away.

15th Century1480s

1485 Timeline

  1. Battle of Bosworth Field: Henry Tudor's forces defeat English King Richard III during the last battle in the Wars of the

    Battle of Bosworth Field: Henry Tudor's forces defeat English King Richard III during the last battle in the Wars of the Roses. Richard is killed, becoming the last English monarch to die in battle.

  2. Matthias of Hungary takes Vienna from Holy Roman Emperor Frederick III

    Vladislaus II, also known as Vladislav, Władysław or Wladislas (Hungarian: II. Ulászló; Czech: Vladislav Jagellonský; Croatian: Vladislav II. Jagelović; Slovak: Vladislav II.

  3. Gent/Brugge/Ieper recognize Maximilian of Austria as regent of Netherlands

    Gent/Brugge/Ieper recognize Maximilian of Austria as regent of Netherlands

  4. Richard III dies

    Richard III dies

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Frequently Asked Questions

What happened in 1485?
In 1485, there were 3 significant historical events. Notable events include Battle of Bosworth Field: Henry Tudor's forces defeat English King Richard III during the last battle in the Wars of the, Matthias of Hungary takes Vienna from Holy Roman Emperor Frederick III, Gent/Brugge/Ieper recognize Maximilian of Austria as regent of Netherlands.
Who died in 1485?
1 notable figure passed away in 1485, including Richard III dies.

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