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Photo from Shaun Coldicutt. Shaun Coldicutt suited up in the Spitfire, looking to the sky. Battle of Britain Day, Cosford.
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Dates in History

Henry VIII dies, aged 55

28th January 1547

Henry VIII was King of England from 21st April 1509 until his death. He was also Lord of Ireland (later King of Ireland) and claimant to the Kingdom of France. Besides his six marriages, Henry VIII is known for his role in the separation of the Church of England from the Roman Catholic Church. Henry's struggles with Rome led to the separation of the Church of England from papal authority, the Dissolution of the Monasteries, and establishing himself as the Supreme Head of the Church of England. Henry VIII was buried in St George's Chapel in Windsor Castle, next to his wife Jane Seymour.

2009 saw the 500th anniversary of the accession of King Henry VIII to the English throne. In celebration of this historic occasion, an international exhibition was held at the Tower of London in partnership between the Royal Armouries and Historic Royal Palaces – Henry VIII: Dressed to Kill. Published to… Read more at Pen & Sword...

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