Elizabeth of York was the wife of Henry VII and the first queen consort of England from the Tudor dynasty. Born in 1466, she was the daughter of King Edward IV and Elizabeth Woodville. Elizabeth was known for her kindness and led a peaceful life until her father's death, which sparked a bitter feud over the throne. Her uncle, Richard III, took the throne, although Elizabeth's brother, Edward V, was the rightful heir. However, Edward and his brother Richard disappeared under mysterious circumstances in the Tower of London, leading to suspicions that they were killed, likely to secure Richard III's rule. Richard III's reign was short-lived, as he was defeated by Henry Tudor of the House of Lancaster. To unify the feuding houses of York and Lancaster and bring stability to the kingdom, Elizabeth of York married Henry Tudor, who became King Henry VII. Their union symbolically ended the Wars of the Roses, establishing a period of relative peace. Elizabeth and Henry had eight children, four of whom survived to adulthood, including Henry VIII. Elizabeth is remembered as a beautiful and kind queen who was beloved by her subjects.