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Lady Jane Grey: Queen of England?

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May 1, 2023
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INSIGHT

Edward VI's Controversial Succession Change

  • Edward VI's attempt to alter the succession bypassed his half-sisters Mary and Elizabeth, favoring Lady Jane Grey.
  • This move conflicted with Henry VIII's Succession to the Crown Act, causing legal confusion and turmoil.
INSIGHT

Jane Grey’s Weak Grasp on Power

  • Lady Jane Grey's reign lacked public support and legitimacy, making her vulnerable to political opposition.
  • Mary, her Catholic sister with broader recognition and military backing, quickly undermined Jane's rule.
ANECDOTE

Northumberland’s Final Words

  • John Dudley, Duke of Northumberland, denounced Protestantism before his execution to gain a political advantage.
  • His words were widely spread and bolstered the Catholic cause in England.
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