Anne Askew Sentenced to Death
On this day in history, 18th June 1546, the Protestant martyr and poet, Anne Askew, was found guilty…
The Cambridge Connections
Matthew ParkerBack at the beginning of May, I wrote an article entitled “The Fall of Anne Boleyn” where…
Henry VIII: Renaissance Prince and King
Before I launch into a series of posts on members of the Boleyn family, I'd first like to…
The Marriage of Henry VIII and Catherine of Aragon
On this day in history, 11th June 1509, the new king, Henry VIII, married his brother's widow, Catherine…
Thomas Cromwell’s Arrest
On this day in history, the 10th June 1540, Thomas Cromwell was arrested at a council meeting. All…
Catherine Parr in Danger
Today, we have a guest post from author and historian Elizabeth Norton who joined us on our recent…
Anne Boleyn and Elizabeth I’s Golden Age
Author Robert Parry has written a series of articles over at The Elizabeth Files - see Cambridge Connections…