The Coronation of King Henry VIII of England

1989-11-09

King Henry VIII ascended to the throne and would go on to have a significant impact on English history.

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Catherine of Aragon

Queen of England

Catherine of Aragon was the first wife of King Henry VIII and Queen of England from 1509 until 1533. Their marriage was annulled by Henry VIII in order to marry Anne Boleyn, leading to a religious and political crisis in England.

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King Henry VIII

King of England

King Henry VIII was the King of England from 1509 until his death in 1547. He is known for his six marriages, his break from the Catholic Church, and the English Reformation. His reign had a lasting impact on the religious and political landscape of England.

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Thomas Cromwell

Chief Minister to King Henry VIII

Thomas Cromwell was a key figure in King Henry VIII's court, serving as his Chief Minister from 1532 until 1540. He played a significant role in the English Reformation and the dissolution of the monasteries, earning both praise and criticism for his actions.

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