The Third Battle of St. Albans took place on February 17, 1461, during the Wars of the Roses, a series of civil wars in England. This battle was fought between the forces of the Lancastrians, loyal to King Henry VI, and the Yorkists, led by Richard Neville, the Earl of Warwick. The Yorkists aimed to capture the king and gain control of the throne. The battle ended in a decisive victory for the Lancastrians, who successfully defended St. Albans. This conflict was significant as it marked a turning point in the struggle for power, leading to further confrontations in the ongoing Wars of the Roses.