The Renaissance in Europe marked a period of extreme development and improvement that had never before occurred on such a large scale and would go so far. During this time, everything was evolving, improving, or changing in one way or another. It is not because all these improvements have taken place in society that there have not been ant struggles. During this period, Europeans faced many problems and conflicts that led to wars. These conflicts fueled by the need for power, the need to own land and the desire for religion would redefine the political and social structure of the time. The need for power dictated much of the decision-making process of leaders during the European Renaissance, and one of the factors that had a considerable impact on the struggle for power was the conflict over who should have control of the throne of England and all its property. During this period, power changed hands often and new kings quickly emerged and frequently disappeared. It was a time when people questioned their authority and who was the rightful ruler of the country. (Encyclopedia Britannica Editors) The War of the Roses, as it came to be known, devastated most of the upper noble class while the lower and middle classes were indifferent and relatively unscathed. From 1455, opposing factions met at St Albans where the first king had been killed, marking the start of dynastic civil wars. David Ross noted of the wars: “In reality, these feuds were an indication of the lawlessness that was plaguing the country. More sordid than romantic, the War of the Roses decimated both chambers in an endless and bloody struggle for the throne. »(2). It was not until Henry VII defeated a Yorkist party... middle of paper... of the Uguenots under the leadership of the Prince of Condé and the King of Navarre. » (Chris Trueman 1). The Huguenot Wars finally ended when the Treaty of Vervins ended the rivalry between the two opposing groups. Although Catholicism remained the official religion, Huguenots were allowed to practice their religion and were guaranteed protection abroad. The Huguenots only had to pay taxes and observe Catholic holidays, which to them was nothing compared to their religious freedoms. In conclusion, conflicts fueled by the need for power, the need for land and the desire for religion would redefine the political landscape. and the social structure of Renaissance Europe. Through all the wars, conflicts and clashes, a stronger and more powerful society emerged with more humanistic orientations that gave each individual a better quality of life..