Video - The Rise and Ruin of Richard III

The Tragic Fall of Richard III Richard III’s story is one of ruthless ambition and betrayal, but his tragic fall came when he fought for a crown that would never truly be his. After a controversial rise to power, Richard was caught in the battle for England’s throne. But it wasn’t just war that would undo him—it was the shadow of suspicion and the whispers of his enemies. At the Battle of Bosworth in 1485, Richard met his fate in a dramatic, heart-stopping showdown. His army was crushed, and Richard was killed in battle. In the blink of an eye, the plantagenet dynasty crumbled, and the Tudors took over. Richard’s life ended in defeat, and with it, the tragic downfall of a king who was feared, hated, and ultimately forgotten.