Common questions about Wives of Henry VIII

Short answers, pulled from the story.

Who was the first wife of Henry VIII of England and when did they marry?

Catherine of Aragon was the first wife of Henry VIII of England, and the couple married in 1509. She was a Spanish princess who had previously been married to Henry's older brother Arthur before his death in 1502.

When did Henry VIII of England execute Anne Boleyn and what were the charges?

Henry VIII of England executed Anne Boleyn on the 19th of May 1536 after she was found guilty of adultery, incest, and high treason. The execution occurred just two days after the legal annulment of their marriage was declared.

Which wife of Henry VIII of England gave birth to his only son Edward?

Jane Seymour was the third wife of Henry VIII of England who gave birth to his only son Edward on the 12th of October 1537. Jane died twelve days after the birth from postpartum complications.

How did Anne of Cleves of Henry VIII of England survive the king's wrath?

Anne of Cleves survived the king's wrath by accepting the annulment of their marriage on the 9th of July 1540 and receiving a generous settlement including Hever Castle. She was given the title of The King's Beloved Sister and outlived Henry and all of his other wives, dying on the 16th of July 1557.

When did Catherine Howard of Henry VIII of England die and why?

Catherine Howard of Henry VIII of England was beheaded on the 13th of February 1542 on the grounds of treason. She was accused of adultery with Thomas Culpeper, Henry Mannox, and Francis Dereham after her marriage to the king on the 28th of July 1540.

When did Catherine Parr of Henry VIII of England die and what was her role during his reign?

Catherine Parr of Henry VIII of England died on the 5th of September 1548 after giving birth to a daughter named Mary Seymour. She married Henry on the 12th of July 1543 and played a key role in getting the Third Succession Act passed to confirm the place of Mary and Elizabeth in the line of succession.