The Renaissance in Europe marked a period of extreme development and improvement that had never before taken place on such a large scale and would go so far. Everything during this time was evolving, improving or changing in some way. Just because of all these improvements that occurred in society doesn't mean there weren't fights between ants, Europeans during this time period encountered many problems and conflicts that would lead to wars. These conflicts fueled by the need for power, the need for land and the desire for religion would have redefined the political and social structure of the time. The need for power dictated much of the decision-making of leaders during the European Renaissance, and one factor that greatly influenced the struggle for power was the dispute over who should have control over the throne of England and all its possessions . During this time period, power frequently changed hands and new kings quickly emerged and often disappeared. This was a time when people questioned their authority and who was the rightful ruler of the country. (Editors of the Encyclopedia Britannica) The Wars of the Roses, as it became known, devastated most of the upper noble class, while the lower-middle classes remained unaffected and relatively untouched. Starting in 1455, the opposing factions met at St. Albans, where the first king was killed, starting the dynastic civil wars. David Ross noted regarding the wars that, “In reality these quarrels were an indication of the lawlessness that was rampant in the country. More squalid than romantic, the Wars of the Roses decimated both houses in an interminable and bloody struggle for the throne.”(2). It was not until Henry VII defeated a Yorkist r...... of paper......uguenots under the leadership of the Prince de 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 granted protection abroad. All the Huguenots had to do was pay taxes and observe Catholic holidays, which was nothing to them compared to their religious freedom. In conclusion, conflicts fueled by the need for power, the need for land and the desire for religion will redefine the political framework and social structure of the Renaissance in Europe. Through all the wars, disputes and clashes a stronger and more powerful society emerged with more humanistic goals that gave the individual a better quality of life.