Art of History

The Death of Lady Jane

Feb 1, 2024
Exploring the tragic demise of Lady Jane Grey, we delve into her short life and the significance of her execution. From her upbringing and education to her unexpected queenship and ultimate execution, we discuss the events that shaped her story. We also examine the famous painting 'The Execution of Lady Jane Grey' by Paul Delaroche and its portrayal of her final moments.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 3min
2
The Execution of Lady Jane Grey and Its Significance in English History
03:26 • 2min
3
Lady Jane Grey: Background and Education
05:39 • 5min
4
Lady Jane's Upbringing and Thomas Seymour's Ambition
10:51 • 19min
5
Lady Jane is Informed of Her Queenship
29:34 • 2min
6
Lady Jane Grey Becomes Queen of England
31:25 • 23min
7
Lady Jane's Execution
54:22 • 10min
8
The Execution of Lady Jane Grey
01:04:02 • 22min