24 January 1536 – Henry VIII’s Jousting Accident
On the 24th January 1536 the 44 year old King Henry VIII had a serious jousting accident at…
Tudor Events
War, Execution and Rebellion
Just a few "On this day in history" events to let you know about:- 1528 - Henry VIII…
19 January 1547 – Execution of Henry Howard, Earl of Surrey
On this day in history, the 19th January 1547, the poet, courtier and soldier Henry Howard, Earl of…
18 January 1486 – Marriage of Henry VII and Elizabeth of York
On the 18th January 1486 Henry VII married Elizabeth of York, uniting the Houses of Lancaster and York…
7th January 1536 – Death of Catherine of Aragon
At two o'clock in the afternoon of the 7th January 1536, Henry VIII's first wife, Catherine of Aragon,…
470 Years Ago – Terror for the Howards at Christmas
Following on from her wonderful article Katherine Howard, the Duchess and Norfolk House two weeks ago, Marilyn Roberts…
12th December 1546 – The Duke of Norfolk and the Earl of Surrey Go to the Tower
On this day in history, 12th December 1546, Henry Howard, Earl of Surrey was led through the streets…