29 March 1461 March 28, 2012 Author: Staff Edward of York defeats Queen Margaret to become King Edward IV of England in the Battle of Towton. Famous Words of Inspiration..."Let me tell you I am better acquainted with you for a long absence, as men are with themselves for a long affliction: absence does but hold off a friend, to make one see him the truer." Alexander Pope — Click here for more from Alexander Pope Related posts: 7 August 1461 4 July 1569 Categories: History Tags: 1461, 29 March