Richard Roose Boiled to Death – 5 April 1531
On this day in history, 5th April 1531, Richard Roose (or Rouse), Bishop John Fisher's cook, was boiled…
The Boleyns
Anne Boleyn’s Irish Roots – Lady Margaret Butler and the Butlers of Kilkenny Castle
As today is St Patrick's Day - Happy St Patrick's Day to all our Irish visitors! - I…
The Execution of Catherine Howard
On this day in history, the 13th February 1542, Catherine Howard was executed at the Tower of London.…
The Early Life of Anne Boleyn Part Five – The Boleyns and Butlers
In 1521, after spending 8 years on the continent, Anne Boleyn was recalled to England. Although Francis I,…
The Early Life of Anne Boleyn Part One – Beginnings
Over the next couple of weeks I intend to write about Anne Boleyn's early life, her life leading…
Mary Boleyn Part Three – 1526 – 1543
Scarlet Johansson as Mary Boleyn at Anne Boleyn's execution Today we conclude our series on the Boleyn family…
Mary Boleyn Part Two – The King’s Children?
Scarlett Johansson as Mary Boleyn in "The Other Boleyn Girl" Mary Boleyn and her first husband, William Carey,…