The Six Wives of Henry VIII: Love, Power, and Tragedy

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway

Henry VIII's six marriages are some of the most famous and tumultuous unions in history. Between his accession to the throne in 1509 and his death in 1547, Henry's quest for a male heir led him through a series of marriages, each marked by intrigue, drama, and often, tragedy.

Think you know Henry VIII’s six wives? 🤔

From Catherine of Aragon’s 24-year marriage to Anne of Cleves’ 6-month alliance, each queen’s story is filled with drama, intrigue, and unexpected twists! Discover the who, why, when, and how of these iconic unions. Get ready for scandalous affairs, tragic endings, and surprising facts that’ll make you see these women in a whole new light! 👀✨

#TudorHistory #HenryVIII #SixWives #CatherineofAragon #AnneBoleyn #JaneSeymour #AnneofCleves #CatherineHoward #CatherineParr

Henry VIII's six marriages are some of the most famous and tumultuous unions in history. Between his accession to the throne in 1509 and his death in 1547, Henry's quest for a male heir led him through a series of marriages, each marked by intrigue, drama, and often, tragedy.

Think you know Henry VIII’s six wives?

From Catherine of Aragon’s 24-year marriage to Anne of Cleves’ 6-month alliance, each queen’s story is filled with drama, intrigue, and unexpected twists! Discover the who, why, when, and how of these iconic unions. Get ready for scandalous affairs, tragic endings, and surprising facts that’ll make you see these women in a whole new light!

#TudorHistory #HenryVIII #SixWives #CatherineofAragon #AnneBoleyn #JaneSeymour #AnneofCleves #CatherineHoward #CatherineParr