Cerdic of Wessex – the founder and first king of Saxon Wessex
Reign – c. 519 – c. 534 Successor – Cynric or Creoda Died – 534 Issue – Cynric or Creoda House – Wessex Parents – Elessa and Isaive Wife –...
Category: English Monarchs
Henry III of England: History, Family Tree, Reign, Achievements, & Death
Reigning from 1216 to 1272, Henry III of England is most remembered for his admiration of luxurious religious occasions, feeding the poor and destitute, and remaining completely faithful to his...
Henry V of England: 10 Notable Achievements of England’s Warrior King
Arguably the greatest warrior king in the history of England, Henry V reigned from 1413 to 1422. His crowning achievement and highlight as king came when he invaded France, winning...
Who were the Six Wives of Henry VIII?
Henry the Eighth (Henry Tudor) was a 16th century English ruler whose reign lasted through Renaissance England. Born in June 1491, Henry VIII was the son of King Henry VII...
Life, Reign & Death of Henry VIII of England
From 1509 to 1547, Henry VIII was the king of England. After a series of high profile marital scandals and turmoil, Henry broke away from the Catholic Church about two...