Sir Henry Norris – Anne Boleyn Week 2024 – Day 2
Welcome to Day 2 of Anne Boleyn Week! Today, I'm delving into the life, career and downfall of…
The Fall of Anne Boleyn – 14 May 1536 – Jane Seymour moves closer to the king
On 14th May 1536, the day before Queen Anne Boleyn was tried for high treason, her former lady-in-waiting,…
Mark Smeaton – Anne Boleyn Week 2024 – Day 1
Welcome to Anne Boleyn week! Today, I'm exploring the life, career and downfall of court musician Mark Smeaton...
Join me for Anne Boleyn Week! – 13-19 May 2024
Join me for Anne Boleyn Week as I pay tribute to the victims of the coup against Queen…
The Fall of Anne Boleyn – 13 May 1536 – A precontract denied and a household broken up
On 13th May 1536, two days before her trial, Queen Anne Boleyn's household was broken up. On the…
The Fall of Anne Boleyn – 12 May 1536 – Four courtiers are tried for treason
On 12th May 1536, Sir Henry Norris, Sir Francis Weston, William Brereton and Mark Smeaton were escorted from…
The Fall of Anne Boleyn – 11 May 1536 – The Grand Jury of Kent and its indictment against Anne Boleyn and the men
On 11th May 1536, the day after the Grand Jury of Middlesex met, the Grandy Jury of Kent…