Henry VIII

King Henry VIII's life

Period: Jun 28, 1491 to Jan 28, 1547

King Henry VIII lived from June 28th, 1491, to January 28, 1547. He became king after his brother's death in 1509. He was married 6 times and executed 2 of his wives.

King Henry VIII became King of England

Apr 21, 1509

King Henry VIII claimed the throne after his brother's death in 1509.

Marraige to Catherine of Aragon

Jun 11, 1509

King Henry VIII married his first wife Catherine of Aragon imediatly after he took the throne. They were later anulled because King Henry VIII deemed the marraige invalind due to the fact that she was married to his brother first. Anulled on May 23, 1533

Marriage to Anne Boleyn

May 28, 1533

Anne Boleyn was Henry's second wife. Anne refused to become his mistriss while married to Catherine of Aragon. He divorced Catherine so he could marry Anne Boleyn. They were later anulled on May 17th, 1536. After they were anulled King Henry beheaded her.

Marraige to Jane Seymour

May 30, 1536

Jane Seymour was Henry's third wife. Henry anulled Anne to marry Jane. She gave birth to a child, Edward. But later died due to childbirth.

Marraige to Anne of Cleves

Jan 6, 1540

Anne of Cleves was Henry's 4th wife. This marraige was the shortest of all of them. They were anulled July 9th, 1540. After the anullment, she was still a family friend and outlived the king and all his other wives.

Marraige to Catherine Howard

Jul 28, 1540

Catherine Howard was Henry's fifth wife. They were anulled because it was believed that she was commiting adultry. She was beheaded.

Marriage to Catherine Parr

Jul 12, 1543

Catherine Parr was Henry's sixth and final wife. Henry died during their marriage at the age of 55. She went on to remarry again and is known as the most married Queen of England.