By Keilani
Henry was born in Greenwich Palace, on the 28 of June 1491. Arthur was his older brother, natural heir to the throne.
When Arthur died, in 1502,Henry became next in line for the throne, after his father. His brother’s death didn’t only bring a spot in line, but a lady as well; Catherine of Aragon.
When Henry VII died sadly, after his wife, Henry VIII became the king England has been patiently waiting for. Since Henry wasn’t prepared or trained to be king, some might say he was a horrible ruler.
Henry’s first wife was Catherine of Aragon. Her Spanish name, Catalina de Aragon was so, for she was a Spanish princess. What Henry really wanted was an heir to the throne, and a male one. All Catherin could do for a living child was make it a girl. She had a son, but disappointedly, he died very soon.
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