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Truce between Scotland and England

Type Event Region Europe Time 1486

Between July and September 1486, Henry VII of England and James III of Scotland concluded a three-year border truce, agreed July 3, confirmed July 26…

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  1. 1486England–Scotland border · British IslesAfter his coronation, Henry VII worked to stabilize the northern border, preventing Scotland from raiding southward by exploiting Yorkist rebellions. Representatives of both sides began negotiations in early July, discussing a three-year truce and the handling of disputed territories such as Berwick.
  2. 1486England · EnglandHenry VII formally confirmed the truce terms on July 26, agreeing that both sides would cease border raiding and military conflict for three years, appointing commissioners to handle lingering disputes such as the ownership of Berwick, and also exploring possibilities of a royal marriage.
  3. 1486Berwick · NorthumberlandThe truce document was formally delivered at the border town of Berwick on September 1, and the three-year truce took effect. This gave Henry VII a northern buffer period to consolidate domestic affairs and meet challenges to the Lancastrian regime.

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