Common questions about Henry VII of England

Short answers, pulled from the story.

When was Henry VII of England born and where?

Henry VII of England was born on the 28th of January 1457 at Pembroke Castle. He was the only child of Edmund Tudor and Margaret Beaufort.

How did Henry VII of England win the English throne?

Henry VII of England won the English throne by defeating Richard III at the Battle of Bosworth Field on the 22nd of August 1485. He was the last king of England to win his throne on the field of battle.

Who did Henry VII of England marry to unite the houses of Lancaster and York?

Henry VII of England married Elizabeth of York in 1486 at Westminster Abbey. This union united the warring houses of Lancaster and York and legitimized his claim to the throne.

What foreign treaties did Henry VII of England sign to secure peace?

Henry VII of England signed the Treaty of Redon in February 1489 and the Treaty of Etaples with France. He also concluded the Treaty of Medina del Campo and the Treaty of Perpetual Peace with Scotland.

When did Henry VII of England lose his son Arthur Prince of Wales?

Henry VII of England lost his son Arthur Prince of Wales in 1502 at Ludlow Castle. Arthur likely died from a viral respiratory illness known at the time as the English sweating sickness.