Who were the group of aristocrats that took over the government in 1387?
The Lords Appellant
The House of York
The House of Lancaster
The House of Plantagenet
Answer
In 1387, control of government was taken over by a group of aristocrats known as the Lords Appellant. They were dissatisfied with Richard II's dependence on a small number of courtiers.
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