9 April 1533 – Catherine of Aragon Demoted from Queen to Princess
On the 9th April 1533, a delegation of the King's councillors, headed by the Duke of Norfolk, visited…
Six Wives
Jane Seymour Letter Found
According to a Daily Mail report published today, a letter from Queen Jane Seymour to Henry VIII has…
22 February 1511 – Death of Henry, Duke of Cornwall
Tragedy struck Catherine of Aragon and Henry VIII on this day in history, 22nd February 1511, when their…
Katherine Howard’s Execution: The Tragic End of a Young Life
Today's post comes from historian Marilyn Roberts, author of "The Mowbray Legacy" and the forthcoming "Norfolk House". You…
31 January 1510 – Catherine of Aragon Loses a Baby
On this day in history, 31st January 1510, Catherine of Aragon went into premature labour and gave birth…
Catherine of Aragon’s Funeral – 29 January 1536
On the 29th January 1536, Catherine of Aragon was buried in Peterborough Abbey, now known as Peterborough Cathedral.…
Yellow for Mourning – The Reaction of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn to Catherine of Aragon’s Death
As I explained yesterday, Catherine of Aragon died on the 7th January 1536 at Kimbolton Castle. A messenger…