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Jan 1, 1485
Henry Vii
When Richard III fell at the Battle of Bosworth, his crown was picked up and placed on the head of Henry Tudor. He ruled until 1509. -
Jan 1, 1509
Henry Viii
The best known fact about Henry VIII is that he had six wives! He held the thrown until 1547. -
Jan 1, 1547
Edward Vi
The son of Henry VIII and Jane Seymour, Edward was a sickly boy; it is thought he suffered from tuberculosis. Edward succeeded his father at the age of 9. He died in 1553 where the thrown went to his half sister. -
Jan 1, 1553
Mary I (BLoody Mary)
Daughter of Henry VIII and Catherine of Aragon. A devout Catholic, she married Philip of Spain. Mary attempted to enforce the wholesale conversion of England to Catholicism. -
Jan 1, 1558
Elizabeth I
The daughter of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn, Elizabeth was a remarkable woman, noted for her learning and wisdom. From first to last she was popular with the people and had a genius for the selection of capable advisors. -
James I
James was the son of Mary Queen of Scots and Lord Darnley. He was the first king to rule over Scotland and England.
