Chapter 1
The Spanish princess and the reformist queen
Chapter 2
The beloved mother and the political alliance
Chapter 3
The tragic teenager and the ultimate survivor
YOUR GOAL
Master of The wives of Henry VIII
Ch 2 · The beloved mother and the political alliance
schopenhauer Seymour and Cleves
Jane's down at Windsor with the king, but Anne claimed the Abbey tomb
schopenhauer Henry agreed to marry the German princess Anne of Cleves based on a portrait, but was disappointed in person.
schopenhauer Jane died of postnatal complications twelve days after giving birth, leaving Henry in deep, lifelong mourning.
BETA
schopenhauer Match each queen to her historical fate to discover the story of Henry VIII's wives.
Fun Fact
Anne's lucky escape: Anne of Cleves outlived Henry VIII and all his other wives, becoming one of the wealthiest and most independent women in England.
Glossary
heir (noun)
A person legally entitled to the property or rank of another on that person's death. In 1537, Jane Seymour died shortly after giving birth to Henry VIII's only male heir, Edward.
A person legally entitled to the property or rank of another on that person's death. In 1537, Jane Seymour died shortly after giving birth to Henry VIII's only male heir, Edward.
Quiz
What honorable title did Henry VIII bestow upon Anne of Cleves after their amicable annulment?
Quiz
Which castle, formerly owned by the Boleyn family, did Anne of Cleves receive as part of her divorce settlement?
Quiz
Which famous court artist painted the portrait of Anne of Cleves that Henry VIII fell in love with?
Quiz
How long did the marriage between Henry VIII and Anne of Cleves actually last before being annulled?
Quiz
Which of Henry VIII's wives gave birth to his only surviving male heir, Edward VI?