Brandon Men: In the Shadow of Kings

The Brandon family had a long history tied to the kings of the Wars of the Roses, dating back to Henry VI. Four generations of Brandon men lived and served six English kings, including Charles Brandon, Duke of Suffolk, who was best friend and brother-in-law to King Henry VIII. Their father, Sir William Brandon, supported Henry Tudor's claim on the throne and died at the Battle of Bosworth. Charless uncle, Sir Thomas Brandon, was Henry VIIs Master of the Horse. Their grandfather had ties with Henry VI, Edward IV, and Richard III. It is time for the Brandon family to emerge from the shadows of history and be recognized for their loyalty and sacrifices.

Format: Hardback
Length: 288 pages
Publication date: 15 June 2021
Publisher: Amberley Publishing

The Brandon family, spanning four generations, had a remarkable association with six English kings, with Charles Brandon, Duke of Suffolk, being the most renowned. Notably, he was King Henry VIII's close friend and brother-in-law. However, the Brandon family's ties to the kings of the Wars of the Roses extended far back to Henry VI. Charles Brandon's father, Sir William Brandon, played a pivotal role in supporting Henry Tudor's claim to the throne and served as his standard bearer, tragically perishing at the Battle of Bosworth. Charles's uncle, Sir Thomas Brandon, held the esteemed position of Master of the Horse, one of the highest court positions. His grandfather had connections with Henry VI, Edward IV, and Richard III, all of whom held significant offices and made significant sacrifices in the name of loyalty to their kings. The Brandon men walked a delicate line between loyalty to the king and betrayals, sometimes even risking their lives. It is time for the Brandon family to reclaim their rightful place in history, shedding the obscurity that has shrouded them in the annals of archives. Their story deserves to be illuminated and recognized for the contributions they made during a turbulent period in English royalty.

Weight: 560g
Dimension: 166 x 241 x 30 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781445686271