Historical Events
Poll Tax Triggers the Peasants' Revolt
Jun 12 Peasants' Revolt: English rebels arrive at Blackheath outside London, 14-year-old King Richard II retreats to the safety of the Tower of London
- Jun 13 Peasants' Revolt: Rebels enter London and with local townsfolk, attack the prisons, destroy Savoy Palace and kill anyone associated with the royal government
Peasants' Revolt
Jun 14 Richard II in England meets leaders of the Peasants' Revolt on Blackheath. The Tower of London is stormed by rebels who enter without resistance.
