Thomas Cromwell’s enemies win
In 1540, Thomas Cromwell’s enemies were able to take advantage of King Henry VIII’s frustration with his right-hand…
Thomas Cromwell’s arrest
10 June 1540 – To the Tower for Thomas Cromwell!
At 3pm on 10th June 1540, Thomas Cromwell, Earl of Essex, Lord Great Chamberlain, Lord Privy Seal and…
10 June 1540 – Thomas Cromwell is arrested
On this day in history, at 3pm on 10th June 1540, Thomas Cromwell, 1st Earl of Essex, Lord…
10 June 1540 – The Arrest of Thomas Cromwell, Earl of Essex, at Westminster
At 3pm on 10th June 1540, the Captain of the Guard strode into the council chamber at Westminster,…