What happened in 1461

3 entries recorded for 1461, listed by date. That was 565 years ago.

1461 at a glance

Years ago
565 (as of 2026)
Century
15th century
Decade
1460s
Generation born
Before the named generations
Entries here
3
Breakdown
3 historical events

March

  • March 29

    Wars of the Roses

    Historical event

    Wars of the Roses: The Yorkists defeated the Lancastrian army at the Battle of Towton, allowing Edward IV to secure the English throne.

June

  • June 28

    Edward IV

    Historical event

    Edward IV was crowned King of England at Westminster Abbey.

August

  • August 7

    Ming dynasty

    Historical event

    Ming Chinese general Cao Qin staged a failed coup against the Tianshun Emperor.

Questions about 1461

What happened in 1461?

This site records 3 entries for 1461, including Wars of the Roses on March 29. They are listed below by date.

How long ago was 1461?

565 years ago, counting from 2026. Anyone born in 1461 turns 565 this year.

Which century is 1461 in?

1461 falls in the 15th century, in the 1460s.

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