The Tudor conquest refers to the period of territorial expansion and consolidation of power by the Tudor dynasty in England during the late 15th and early 16th centuries. This era began with Henry VII, who established the dynasty after defeating Richard III at the Battle of Bosworth Field in 1485. The Tudors aimed to strengthen their rule and unify England, leading to significant political and social changes. Under Henry VIII, the Tudor conquest extended beyond England, particularly through the establishment of the Church of England and the annexation of Wales. The Tudor monarchs also sought to expand their influence in Ireland and parts of France, shaping the future of the British Isles and laying the groundwork for later colonial endeavors.