21 June 1529 – An incredible speech from Catherine of Aragon
On 31st May 1529, a special legatine court had opened at Blackfriars, in London, to hear the case…
Henry VIII
18 June 1529 – Queen Catherine of Aragon at the Legatine Court
In autumn 1528, Cardinal Lorenzo Campeggio, papal legate, was sent to England by Pope Clement VII to hear…
15 June 1519 – The birth of Henry Fitzroy, Henry VIII’s illegitimate son
This date in history, 15th June 1519, is the date traditionally given for the birth of Henry VIII's…
Henry VIII’s constipation – guest post by Seamus O’Caellaigh
A big welcome to Seamus O'Caellaigh who visits us today as part of the book tour for his…
7 February 1526 – A sign that the king has fallen for Anne Boleyn?
The 7th February 1526 was the day of the annual Shrovetide joust. It took place at Greenwich and…
1 February 1514 – Charles Brandon is made Duke of Suffolk and Thomas Howard is made Duke of Norfolk
On this day in history, 1st February 1514, Candlemas Eve, King Henry VIII granted the dukedom of Suffolk…
28 January 1547 – Henry VIII dies and Edward VI becomes king
The king is dead! Long live the king! Yes, on this day in history, Friday 28th January 1547,…