Anne Boleyn

Queen of England, mother of Elizabeth I

Anne Boleyn - Queen of England, mother of Elizabeth I
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None
None years ago

Died

May 19th, 1536
489 years ago — None years old

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Leaders & Politicians

Country

England

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Became the second wife of Henry VIII and served as Queen of England from 1533 until her execution in 1536. Her marriage to Henry led to the English Reformation, which separated the Church of England from the Roman Catholic Church. Boleyn gave birth to Elizabeth, who would later become one of England's most significant monarchs. Accused of adultery, treason, and incest, Boleyn was arrested, tried, and executed on May 19, 1536. Her legacy continues to influence historical narratives of the Tudor period.

Marriage to Henry VIII

Mother of Queen Elizabeth I

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