Edward VI
King of England and Ireland
Born
October 12th, 1537
487 years ago
Died
July 6th, 1553
471 years ago — 15 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
England
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Ruled as king of England and Ireland from 1547 until his death in 1553. Ascended to the throne at the age of nine following the death of his father, Henry VIII. During the reign, implemented major religious reforms that established Protestantism as the main religion in England through various acts, including the Book of Common Prayer. Oversaw a period of political instability and power struggles among the English nobility. Died at a young age, leading to a succession crisis.
Ascended the throne at age nine
Established Protestantism as the main religion
Implemented the Book of Common Prayer
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