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74. The Six Wives of Henry VIII

The Rest Is History

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The Turmoil of Henry and Anne

This chapter examines the fraught dynamics between Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn, particularly following Henry's injury and Anne's miscarriage. It explores the manipulations of Thomas Cromwell as he orchestrates Anne's downfall while highlighting the political intricacies and personal tensions at play. Additionally, the chapter discusses Henry's shift in affections towards Jane Seymour and the comical disaster of his encounter with Anne of Cleves.

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