The Battle of St. Albans was fought on May 22, 1455, marking the beginning of the Wars of the Roses, a series of civil wars for control of the English throne. The battle took place in St. Albans, Hertfordshire, and involved the rival houses of Lancaster and York. The Yorkists, led by Richard, Duke of York, aimed to challenge the authority of King Henry VI and his Lancastrian supporters. The battle resulted in a decisive victory for the Yorkists, who captured King Henry VI. This victory allowed the Yorkists to gain significant political power, but it also intensified the conflict between the two factions, leading to further battles and turmoil in England. The outcome of the battle set the stage for ongoing struggles for the crown.