Henry VIII of England

By zacsalyers
  • Jun 28, 1491

    Henry is Born

    Henry was born in GReenwhich, near London, England.
  • Jan 1, 1502

    Henry became heir to the English throne

    After the death of his older brother Arthur in 1502, Henry VIII replaced his brothers postion.
  • Jan 1, 1509

    Henry VII dies

    Henry and Cathrine of Aragn marry, the Henry VIII as King of England.
  • Jan 1, 1515

    Henry's is the highest role of government

    KIng Henry VIII relied on Thomas Wolsey to rule him. By 1515 Henry had elavated to the highest role of government.
  • Jan 1, 1521

    Henry VIII writes his book

    HIs book was "Assertio" defending the Catholic Church and presents it to the pope, who rewards him witht the title of Defender of the Faith.
  • Jan 1, 1534

    Act of Supermacy recognizes Henry

    The Act of Succession validates the marraige of King Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn and delcares their children as heirs to the thrones.
  • Jan 1, 1542

    One of Henry's Wife is executed

    Cathrine Howard is excecuted by Henry VIII before he marrys a teenager.
  • Jan 1, 1543

    Henry's last Marriage

    Henry had married Cathrine Parr a 19 year old girl. She acted like a nurse to Henry. Cathrine would outlive Henry.
  • Jan 1, 1545

    Father of the Royal Navy

    When he first became king there were five royal ships. By the time he had dies he had built 50 royal ships which sank in 1545.
  • Jan 28, 1547

    Last year for Henry VIII

    Henry VIII dies at the age of 55. His only surving son takes his position.