The Forgotten Duchess

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway

Jane Dudley and the Fall of the Dudley Dynasty What happens when you’re married to one of the most powerful men in England—only to see it all come crashing down? Jane Dudley, Duchess of Northumberland, lived through a series of devastating events that could have destroyed her. She saw her family rise to incredible heights and then fall dramatically from grace. But her story isn’t just about tragedy—it’s about resilience, quiet strength, and survival in the cutthroat world of Tudor politics. On this day in Tudor history, 15th January 1555, Jane Dudley passed away. But her legacy, through her children and her loyalty to her cause, endures. How did this forgotten duchess navigate the dangerous world of the Tudor court? And what price did her family pay for ambition? Let’s uncover the story of a woman who, despite incredible loss, left a lasting mark on English history. #TudorHistory #DudleyDynasty #JaneDudley #HistoricalMysteries #OnThisDay #HistoryTok #TudorEngland #RoyalDrama #WomenInHistory #Resilience