Anne of Cleves was born in 1515 in Germany and became the fourth wife of King Henry VIII in January 1540. The marriage was arranged for political reasons as part of Henry's efforts to form alliances with Protestant states in Europe amidst rising tensions with Catholic powers. However, the marriage was not based on love and quickly soured when Henry expressed his disappointment with Anne’s appearance, finding her to be unattractive. The king felt trapped in a union that did not meet his expectations, which contributed to his infamously fickle reputation regarding marriages. By June of the same year, Henry's patience had worn thin, and he decided to terminate the marriage, though Anne had been granted some political respect as the king's wife. Her departure from the court marked a significant shift, as she was then offered a generous settlement, including property and a noble title of 'The King's Beloved Sister'. Anne’s removal from the Tudor court was not just a personal upheaval but also reflected the larger political maneuverings of Henry VIII. While the annulment was swift, it highlights the challenges of marital alliances during a time of great political intrigue. The aftermath of her departure saw Anne relocate to a comfortable house in England, where she lived independently and enjoyed financial stability, eventually developing a cordial friendship with Henry, indicating a rare form of amicable separation in royal matters.