10 September 1533 – Anne Boleyn’s daughter is baptised
On this day in history, 10th September 1533, a future Queen of England was baptised in a lavish…
The Battle of Flodden – Talk by historian Julian Humphrys available until 10 September
As it's the anniversary of the Battle of Flodden tomorrow, the Tudor Society is sharing the talk that…
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When did Anne Boleyn say yes to Henry VIII?
I've just come back from a two week holiday travelling through Spain and France to the UK, and…
Queen Elizabeth I’s Tilbury Speech
On 9th August 1588, the fifty-four-year-old Queen Elizabeth I, daughter of King Henry VIII and his second wife,…
8 August 1553 – Edward VI’s funeral
On this day in history, 8th August 1553, fifteen-year-old King Edward VI was laid to rest at Westminster…
6 August 1504 – The birth of Matthew Parker, a man loyal to Anne Boleyn and Elizabeth I
On this day in history, 6th August 1504, Matthew Parker, a man who served as chaplain to Queen…