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Questions about Anne Hoo

Short answers, pulled from the story.

When was Anne Hoo born and who were her parents?

Anne Hoo entered the world in 1424 as the sole child of Thomas Hoo, Baron Hoo and Hastings. Her mother was Elizabeth Wychingham.

Who did Anne Hoo marry and when did their marriage take place?

The year 1445 saw Anne marry Sir Geoffrey Boleyn in Salle, Norfolk. He served as Lord Mayor of London and worked as a mercer by trade.

How many children did Anne Hoo have with Sir Geoffrey Boleyn?

Five children emerged from the union between Anne and Geoffrey Boleyn. Their son became Thomas Boleyn, 1st Earl of Wiltshire, who was the grandfather to Queen Anne Boleyn.

What happened to Anne Hoo after the death of her husband in 1463?

Geoffrey lived until 1463, when his death left Anne a widow at age thirty-nine. She never took another husband after losing him.

Where is the grave of Lady Anne Boleyn located today?

Her body rested initially within Norwich Cathedral in Norfolk. The location of her grave shifted sometime during the 16th century and no physical trace of those metal markers remains today to mark her final spot.