Claire | February 16, 2014
On the 16th February 1547, following his death on 28th January 1547, Henry VIII’s body was interred in a vault in St George’s Chapel, Windsor Castle, alongside that of his third wife, Jane Seymour. Here is an eye witness account of the proceedings: “16 strong Yeomen of the Guard took the coffin and with four […]
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Claire | February 16, 2012
On the 16th February 1547, Henry VIII’s body was interred in a vault in St George’s Chapel Windsor, alongside that of his third wife, Jane Seymour. Here is an eye witness account of the proceedings:- “16 strong Yeomen of the Guard took the coffin and with four strong linen towels, which they had for their […]
Category: Henry VIII |
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Tags: Henry VIII's burial, Henry VIII's funeral, St George's Chapel