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Annulment of Henry VIII and Catherine of Aragon
When questioned about her first marriage, Catherine of Aragon consistently claimed it had never been consummated. Was she telling the truth?
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Before the Glory: Anne Boleyn Before Henry VIII
Who was Anne Boleyn before Henry VIII drew her into prominence through his favor? How was she raised and educated? What fitted her for her role as queen? Did she truly love Henry, or was she merely leaping for the brass ring out of greed or hunger for power?
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Caterina
Catherine of Aragon, although often considered humble and put-upon, fought for her rights and never gave in, although treated abominably. This is about her sad life.
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Catherine of Aragon
Catherine of Aragon was the first wife of Henry VIII. Her refusal to agree to an annulment led to the English Reformation and England's break with the Catholic Church.
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Catherine of Aragon
Catherine of Aragon, Spanish princess and English queen fought for her marriage to King Henry VIII and won the hearts of the English people in the process.
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Catherine of Aragon, Part II
Henry VIII seeks military glory, fathers a princess, and becomes disillusioned with his marriage to Catherine of Aragon.
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Catherine of Aragon, Part III
The painful end of the marriage between Catherine and Henry -- and of Catherine herself.
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Isabella I of Castile
The reign of Isabella I brought about the Golden Age of Spain, discovery of the New World and the Spanish Inquisition.
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Margaret Beaufort - Mother of Henry VII
The birth of Henry VII was steeped in drama. Born on January 28th 1457, at the home of his uncle Jasper in Wales, this young boy was destined to become King of England .
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The Rise, Reign and Fall of Anne Boleyn, Part II
Henry VIII's struggle with the Pope -- and all of Christendom -- to win release from his marriage to Catherine of Aragon, so that he might wed the capricious and spellbinding Anne Boleyn.
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The Rise, Reign and Fall of Anne Boleyn, Part III
The court of the Papal Legates in England accomplishes nothing, and Henry takes matters into his own hands.
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The Rise, Reign and Fall of Anne Boleyn, Part One
First of a series of articles tracking the mercurial royal career of Henry VIII's second and most controversial wife, Anne Boleyn. This portion follows Anne's career from royal mistress to Henry's initial petition for divorce from his first wife, Catherine of Aragon. Included are background sketches of Henry's marriage to Catherine, and the political and religious atmosphere of the time.
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The Wives of Henry VIII: Catherine of Aragon
Catherine of Aragon comes to England to marry Arthur, Prince of Wales -- but fate intervenes...
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'Bloody' Mary II
Second part of an article on the life of Mary I.
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'Bloody' Mary I
The first part of an article on the life of Mary Tudor, the 'Bloody' Mary of English history.
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'Bloody' Mary III
Part three of the article discussing the life of Mary I.
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'Bloody' Mary IV
Part four on the life of Mary I, known as 'Bloody Mary.'
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Catherine, Beloved Queen III
We continue Catherine of Aragon's journey to England in part three of Catherine, Beloved Queen.
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Catherine, Beloved Queen IV
We continue the story of Catherine of Aragon.
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Catherine, Beloved Queen V
Yes- after a long respite- she's back! Part five of the serial based on the life of Catherine of Aragon.
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Catherine, Beloved Queen. VI
Part six of my serial, Catherine, Beloved Queen.
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Misconceptions about Henry VIII
The king responsible for separating the English state from the Roman Catholic Church is shrouded in mystery. This article will debunk many popular - but wrong - legends.
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The Age of Anne Boleyn. III
Third part of the article about the age of Anne Boleyn.
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An Afterlife at Hampton Court
The second place getter in the 2003 Tudor England Ghost Story Contest! Congratulations!

Anne Boleyn
Anne Boleyn, the daughter of an ambitious father and noble mother began her education in various royal courts, leading to the principles which would make her queen.
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Catherine, Beloved Queen I
Catherine of Aragon came to England as a near sixteen-year old. Her life had more sorrow than I can really imagine, but I'm willing to make the attempt.
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Henry VIII: A Lustful Monarch
An informative look at the life and times of England's most lustful and illustrious monarch.
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Henry VIII: Lecher or Simple Family Man
Was Henry VIII the lecherous ogre which popular culture paints him?
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Jane Seymour - Third Wife of Henry VIII
The third Queen of the notorious King Henry VIII, Jane Seymour, is mentioned little in history and her impact on history could be seen to be equally lacking.
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Prince Arthur - Son of Elizabeth of York
Had Prince Arthur lived, the course of English history would have been extremely different. His death paved the way for England' most renowned monarch, Henry VIII.
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The Age of Anne Boleyn. V
The final part of the article discussing Anne Boleyn's age.
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The Birth of Elizabeth
Some of the background leading to the birth of Elizabeth Tudor. The roses are red, the leaves are green, God save Elizabeth, our noble Queen.
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The Fall of Cardinal Wolsey
At the beginning of the 1520s the prospect of the English church breaking from the Papal see of Rome seemed very remote, even absurd.
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The Rise, Reign and Fall of Anne Boleyn, Part V
Henry's hopes are dashed by Anne's failure to produce a son. With the help of Thomas Cromwell, Henry plots to doom Anne so that he can marry his new love, Jane Seymour.
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Using Novels to Teach History
The words "Why do we need to know this?" are often heard in the classroom. Historical novels are one way to get high school students engaged in learning about the past.
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Henry VIII: The Early Years
No one expected Henry VIII to become King, as he was the "spare" until the "heir" Arthur died in 1502. His childhood was fraught with danger from revolts and pretenders.
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Pregnancy and Childbirth in Tudor Times
Matrimony was essential to the Tudor concept of divine order. God ruled the universe; the King ruled his realm and husbands ruled their families, especially their wives.
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Anne of Cleves, England's Queen to King's Sister
The marriage of Henry VIII to Anne of Cleves, while politically advantageous, became a disaster which could not be rectified, ending in Anne's becoming the king's sister.
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Being Privy to Tudor Privies
Toilets in Tudor times. I attempt here to provide an answer!
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Book Revew: Henry Virtuous Prince
David Starkey's latest biography retells Henry VIII's story from the Wars of the Roses until Cardinal Wolsey's influence-before he became a ruthless tyrant.
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Book Review: Isabel la Catolica, Queen of Castile: critical essays.
"[Isabel la Católica] is a cautionary tale about the emotion-stirring power of myth, symbol and belief." Book review.
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Book Review: The Secret Lion.
In "The Secret Lion", historical possibilities are rendered possible through a carefully choreographed story.
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Catherine, Beloved Queen II
The second part of the serial about Catherine of Aragon, the first wife of Henry VIII.
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Defending Anne Boleyn.
April, 1536. The English weather is warmer than one would expect for the end of Autumn, but at the court of Henry VIII the atmosphere is icy. Black clouds darken the destiny of Anne Boleyn. Very soon the beginning of May will see Anne's arrest...I say here a few words in her defense.
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Henry Fitzroy Duke of Richmond
Henry VIII regarded the birth of Henry Fitzroy as a sign from God he could hire a healthy living son. Fitzroy was illegitimate but he was also considered as an heir.
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Henry VII (1485-1509)
Henry VII brought peace, prosperity and national pride to England. His reign ended the bloody Wars of the Roses. He became an outstandingly successful English king.
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Henry VIII: Re-Imagined
Historical fiction is given life in Showtime's The Tudors. The sex and politics-driven series is sure to draw Canadians in its new 9pm time slot, Tuesdays on CBC.
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History at SuiteU
Go internet and journey into History at SuiteU!
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Isabella and Ferdinand
Isabella and Ferdinand's reign heralded in a golden age and marked the beginning of Spain's modern history with the Reconquista, Christopher Columbus and the Inquisition.
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Jane Seymour: Henry VIII's Third Queen
Henry VIII declared Jane Seymour was the most beloved of all his wives-she provided the desired heir. Jane's quiet dignity hid a strong will and determination to succeed.
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