3 Questions
What was Henry VIII's relationship with his older brother Arthur?
They were raised separately
Why did Henry VIII attempt to have his marriage to Catherine of Aragon annulled?
He wanted a son as his heir
What was the fate of Thomas Cromwell?
He was beheaded for treason
Study Notes
- Henry VIII was the second son of Henry VII, raised separately from his older brother Arthur who was expected to be king.
- Henry VIII was a talented musician, linguist, and jouster, praised by Erasmus at a young age.
- He became king in 1509, married Catherine of Aragon, and established a glittering court.
- Henry wanted to conquer France like Henry V, but his initial invasion failed and subsequent wars were expensive.
- He also wanted to increase England's reputation as a peacemaker by organizing peace summits between royal families.
- Henry wanted a son as his heir, but his only surviving child was a daughter, Mary.
- He attempted to have his marriage to Catherine annulled by the Pope but was refused.
- Inspired by Protestant books and reform-minded individuals at court, he created the Church of England and made himself its head.
- Henry relied on key ministers such as Thomas Wolsey and Thomas Cromwell, but still had the final say and those who failed him faced danger.
- Wolsey died on his way to prison, and Cromwell was beheaded for treason.
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