War of the Roses - 1455

In 1455 England, a commoner typically lived in rural areas, working as a farmer or laborer. Life was tough, with long hours spent tending fields or livestock. Homes were simple, often one-room cottages made of wattle and daub. Diets were basic, consisting mainly of bread, pottage, and occasionally meat. Education was minimal, and most commoners were illiterate. Social mobility was limited, and life was heavily influenced by the local lord and the Church