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Henry VIII was born at Greenwich Palace in London, the second eldest son to Henry VII and Elizabeth of York. Initially not expected to become king, Henry's fate changed when his older brother, Arthur, Prince of Wales, died unexpectedly at the age of 15.
Death of Prince Arthur
2 April 1502
Prince Arthur, Henry's older brother, died of illness, making Henry the heir to the throne. This event set the stage for Henry's future reign.
Marriage to Catherine of Aragon
11 June 1509
Henry married Catherine of Aragon, his brother Arthur's widow, following a dispensation from Pope Julius II. This marriage would later become a central issue in Henry's conflict with the Roman Catholic Church.
Coronation of Henry VIII
24 June 1509
Henry VIII was crowned King of England at Westminster Abbey, marking the beginning of his reign. He was just 17 years old.
Reign and Cardinal Thomas Wolsey
1513-1529
Cardinal Thomas Wolsey served as Lord Chancellor to Henry VIII, playing a crucial role in Henry's early reign. Wolsey's influence helped shape Henry's foreign policy and religious affairs.
English Reformation
1533
Henry's desire to annul his marriage to Catherine of Aragon led to a conflict with Pope Clement VII. Henry broke with the Roman Catholic Church, establishing the Church of England with himself as its supreme head.
Execution of Anne Boleyn
1536
Anne Boleyn, Henry's second wife, was executed at the Tower of London on charges of adultery, incest, and treason. This event marked a turning point in Henry's personal life and reign.
Birth of Edward VI
1537
Edward VI, Henry's son with Jane Seymour, was born. Edward would later succeed Henry as King of England.
Invasion of Scotland and Siege of Boulogne
1544
Henry's forces invaded Scotland and later besieged Boulogne in France. The siege ended with the surrender of Boulogne, but Henry's victory was short-lived due to a French counterattack.
Death of Henry VIII
28 January 1547
Henry VIII died at Whitehall Palace, leaving behind a legacy of significant political and religious changes in England. He was succeeded by his son Edward VI.
Brief
Known For
His six marriages and his efforts to have his first marriage (to Catherine of Aragon) annulled, leading to the English Reformation and the establishment of the Church of England.
Bio Dates and Places
Born Date: 28 June 1491.
Born Place: Greenwich Palace, London.
Death Date: 28 January 1547.
Death Place: Whitehall Palace, London.
Career
Current occupation: King of England.
Past occupations: Constable of Dover Castle, Lord Warden of the Cinque Ports, Earl Marshal of England, Lord Lieutenant of Ireland.
Current Place of Work: Whitehall Palace.
Previous Place of Work: Greenwich Palace, Hampton Court, Tower of London, Windsor Castle.
Wikipedia Article
Welcome to the Henry VIII Hub! This community hub — built on top of and serving as a companion to the Wikipedia article — lets you discuss, collect, and organize everything related to Henry VIII.
Henry VIII was born at Greenwich Palace in London, the second eldest son to Henry VII and Elizabeth of York. Initially not expected to become king, Henry's fate changed when his older brother, Arthur, Prince of Wales, died unexpectedly at the age of 15.
Death of Prince Arthur
2 April 1502
Prince Arthur, Henry's older brother, died of illness, making Henry the heir to the throne. This event set the stage for Henry's future reign.
Marriage to Catherine of Aragon
11 June 1509
Henry married Catherine of Aragon, his brother Arthur's widow, following a dispensation from Pope Julius II. This marriage would later become a central issue in Henry's conflict with the Roman Catholic Church.
Coronation of Henry VIII
24 June 1509
Henry VIII was crowned King of England at Westminster Abbey, marking the beginning of his reign. He was just 17 years old.
Reign and Cardinal Thomas Wolsey
1513-1529
Cardinal Thomas Wolsey served as Lord Chancellor to Henry VIII, playing a crucial role in Henry's early reign. Wolsey's influence helped shape Henry's foreign policy and religious affairs.
English Reformation
1533
Henry's desire to annul his marriage to Catherine of Aragon led to a conflict with Pope Clement VII. Henry broke with the Roman Catholic Church, establishing the Church of England with himself as its supreme head.
Execution of Anne Boleyn
1536
Anne Boleyn, Henry's second wife, was executed at the Tower of London on charges of adultery, incest, and treason. This event marked a turning point in Henry's personal life and reign.
Birth of Edward VI
1537
Edward VI, Henry's son with Jane Seymour, was born. Edward would later succeed Henry as King of England.
Invasion of Scotland and Siege of Boulogne
1544
Henry's forces invaded Scotland and later besieged Boulogne in France. The siege ended with the surrender of Boulogne, but Henry's victory was short-lived due to a French counterattack.
Death of Henry VIII
28 January 1547
Henry VIII died at Whitehall Palace, leaving behind a legacy of significant political and religious changes in England. He was succeeded by his son Edward VI.
Brief
Known For
His six marriages and his efforts to have his first marriage (to Catherine of Aragon) annulled, leading to the English Reformation and the establishment of the Church of England.
Bio Dates and Places
Born Date: 28 June 1491.
Born Place: Greenwich Palace, London.
Death Date: 28 January 1547.
Death Place: Whitehall Palace, London.
Career
Current occupation: King of England.
Past occupations: Constable of Dover Castle, Lord Warden of the Cinque Ports, Earl Marshal of England, Lord Lieutenant of Ireland.
Current Place of Work: Whitehall Palace.
Previous Place of Work: Greenwich Palace, Hampton Court, Tower of London, Windsor Castle.
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