TUDOR & WW-2

On June 28, 1491, Henry VIII was born at Greenwich Palace, becoming one of England’s most famous and controversial monarchs. The second son of Henry VII and Elizabeth of York, he was not originally expected to inherit the throne, but the death of his older brother Arthur placed him on the path to kingship.

Crowned King of England in 1509, Henry VIII ruled for nearly 38 years, leaving a lasting mark on English history. His reign saw powerful royal expansion, conflicts with France, the rise of Parliament, and the English Reformation. His decision to break with the Catholic Church and establish the Church of England changed the religious and political landscape of Europe.

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