September 14 – Henry VIII destroys a centuries-old shrine
On this day in Tudor history, 14th September 1538, the Shrine of Our Lady of Caversham, a religious…
The Reformation
September 12 – The trial of Archbishop Cranmer
On this day in Tudor history, Thursday 12th September 1555, in the reign of Queen Mary, the trial…
September 6 – Martin Luther sends a pamphlet to the pope
On this day in Tudor history, 6th September 1520, in the reign of King Henry VIII, the famous…
August 11 – Henry VIII’s awful treatment of friars
On this day in Tudor history, 11th August 1534, or shortly before, Henry VIII and his government expelled…
August 5 – The Battle of Clyst St Mary
On this day in Tudor history, 5th August 1549, during the reign of King Edward VI, son of…
July 30 – Catholics and Reformers executed in London
On this day in Tudor history, 30th July 1540, in the reign of King Henry VIII, Catholics Thomas…
16 July – The burning of Anne Askew, Protestant martyr
On this day in Tudor history, 16th July 1546, in the reign of King Henry VIII, Protestants Anne…