The Battle of Alnwick took place on April 27, 1464, during the Wars of the Roses, a series of civil wars in England. This battle was fought between the forces of the Yorkists, led by Edward IV, and the Lancastrians, commanded by Henry Beaufort, the Duke of Somerset. The Yorkists aimed to solidify their control over the English throne. The battle occurred near Alnwick Castle in Northumberland. The Yorkists achieved a decisive victory, which significantly weakened the Lancastrian cause. This battle was part of a larger conflict for power between the two rival factions, ultimately shaping the future of the English monarchy.