The war of the roses began in May 1455, with the first battle at St. Albans, and lasted just over thirty years. Grievances between two families were played out in various corners of England.
Although the confrontations were bloody and vicious, thankfully the general population of England wasn't dragged into taking sides. Two families who had pride to uphold, feuds to take care of, and grievances to repair were the only combatants in a war for superiority, with the ultimate prize being the Throne of England.
