"King Henry VI, Part 1" by William Shakespeare is a history play believed to have been written in 1591. Following the sudden death of Henry V, England's French territories crumble under rebellion while political rivals tear the nation apart from within. As white and red roses mark opposing factions, military commander Talbot battles French forces led by Joan of Arc. Personal squabbles and petty jealousies corrupt the political system, setting the stage for the devastating Wars of the Roses that will consume England. (This is an automatically generated summary.)