Events tagged with "george boleyn"

Historical Events tagged with "george boleyn"

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Politics & Government

Execution of George Boleyn and Four Others

May 17th, 1536 488 years ago

George Boleyn, 2nd Viscount Rochford, along with four other men, was executed for treason. They were accused of plotting against King Henry VIII and engaging in incestuous relations with Anne Boleyn. The executions took place at the Tower of London, a prominent site for royal justice. This event marked a significant moment in the political turmoil of the Tudor period.