Did Elizabeth I Have a Secret Child with Robert Dudley?
On this day in Tudor history, 30th October 1566, Queen Elizabeth I's former tutor, Roger Ascham, wrote a…
Elizabeth I
King John II – What if Lady Jane Grey had been born Lord John Grey?
What if Lady Jane Grey, the famous Nine Days (or rather, 13 days) Queen, had been born Lord…
Interesting Facts about the Boleyn Family
Today, I have some fascinating facts to share about the Boleyn family, a family close to my heart.…
Get instant access to Elizabeth I: The Life of Gloriana
Step back in time with me and seven other historians to explore the fascinating life of Queen Elizabeth…
8 June 1536 – The Second Act of Succession – Henry VIII now has no legitimate children
On 8th June 1536, Henry VIII's sixth Parliament met and passed the second Act of Succession. This act…
Did Mark Smeaton father Elizabeth I?
Thank you so much to Rose for asking the question "Did Mary I really believe that her half-sister…
7 September 1533 – A daughter for Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn
On this day in Tudor history, 7th September 1533, at three o'clock in the afternoon and less than…