1470s

The 1470s was a decade in the 15th century spanning from January 1, 1470, to December 31, 1479. This period saw significant developments in Europe and beyond. In England, the decade was largely dominated by the Wars of the Roses. The Battle of Barnet in 1471 resulted in a decisive Yorkist victory and the death of Richard Neville, 16th Earl of Warwick, often called the "Kingmaker." Later that year, the Battle of Tewkesbury further solidified Edward IV's reign.

Across the continent, the Ottoman Empire continued its expansion. In 1475, the Ottomans conquered the Genoese colony of Caffa in Crimea, marking a significant strategic gain. Meanwhile, in Italy, the Pazzi conspiracy occurred in 1478, an unsuccessful attempt to assassinate Lorenzo de' Medici and his brother Giuliano in Florence. This event led to increased political instability and conflict within the Italian peninsula.

In the arts and sciences, Johannes Gutenberg's printing press, invented a few decades prior, continued to revolutionize the dissemination of knowledge. The exact impact and spread of printed materials during this specific decade are part of broader historical trends. Exploration was also afoot, with figures like Diogo Cão embarking on voyages for Portugal, exploring the coast of Africa in the latter half of the decade. The decade represented a period of ongoing geopolitical shifts, dynastic struggles, and the slow but steady impact of new technologies.