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Edward died unexpectedly in 1483, probably partly due to over-indulgence. The years of relative peace at home and abroad since Henry’s death (in no small way attributable to his own diplomatic efforts in the first four years of his “second” reign) had given the realm every chance to prosper; however, although he was intelligent, of forceful character when needed, a good commander, at home with the merchant class in an age when trade was burgeoning, a patron and friend of those in the arts, handsome, affable and generally popular, his love of display, lack of purpose, a reliance on a closed circle of loyal supporters and a certain laziness prevented the establishment of good government, and the country would once more descend into dynastic hostilities immediately after his death.

Edward died unexpectedly in 1483, probably partly due to over-indulgence. The years of relative peace at home and abroad since Henry’s death (in no small way attributable to his own diplomatic efforts in the first four years of his “second” reign) had given the realm every chance to prosper; however, although he was intelligent, of forceful character when needed, a good commander, at home with the merchant class in an age when trade was burgeoning, a patron and friend of those in the arts, handsome, affable and generally popular, his love of display, lack of purpose, a reliance on a closed circle of loyal supporters and a certain laziness prevented the establishment of good government, and the country would once more descend into dynastic hostilities immediately after his death.

He was succeeded by his 12 year-old son [[Edward V|Edward]] who would remain uncrowned.

He was succeeded by his 12-year-old son [[Edward V|Edward]] who would remain uncrowned.

[[Category:Medieval History]]

[[Category:Medieval History]]