The Later Wives of Henry VIII

Henry VIII was initially a charismatic and educated ruler, but his later years were marked by physical decline and paranoia. His marriages, particularly to Anne of Cleves and Catherine Howard, were politically motivated and tumultuous. Catherine Parr, his last wife, influenced the succession of his children, who each had different religious views. Henry's actions significantly impacted England's religious landscape, setting the stage for future rulers.

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