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You mentioned with confidence that Catherine Parr's daughter died as a toddler, most say they don't know what happened to her and I thought I have heard you say the same, but I might be wrong. Can you show the work for this statement now? I would be very interested to see it.
She was placed in the care of the dowager Duchess of Suffolk and there are records of her until toddlerhood. It's true that no one knows her precise fate, however as the first cousin of the King, then the step-sister of Queens Mary and Elizabeth and the daughter of a Queen-dowager, had she lived much longer than that her status would have ensured that further records of her existed as she would have shown up at major royal events.
I live in the US but travel to the UK often. On one of my first trips there I made it a point to visit the chapel of St Peter Ad Vincula and Westminster Abbey having just recently read The Wives of Henry VIII by Alison Weir. Have been back many times; I find the chapel to be a intimate and very somber space, and a bit sad, Westminster Abbey is likely the most amazing building I've ever visited. I intend to visit Windsor on my next trip over. And since watching your video on Catherine Parr I've added Sudeley castle to my must visit list. I find her to be the most impressive and intriguing of Henry's wives. Thanks for your videos, all extremely informative and very well done.
I've visited Boleyn and Howard, Cleves, and Seymour. Would very much like to visit the first and last Catherines at Peterborough and Sudeley, as I find their stories (in death, as well as life) particularly compelling and sad.
I want to note about the Victorian's theory that Katherine Howard's body disintegrated due to her age at death. I spoke to my friend, who is an actual archeologist, and he said that it wouldn't have mattered what age she went into the ground at. Bones of younger individuals sometimes thousands of years older than Katherine have been exhumed intact so it was probably the lime that they poured into her grave which caused her bones to decompose at an accelerated rate rather than the fact she was only between 16-22 when she went into the ground. I would love to go back to the Tower (I went when I was about 8 and didn't have the appreciation of history I do now) and see the graves of Anne and Katherine. Maybe I could visit Anne in Westminister at the same time so I can get 1/2 of Henry's wives in one trip.
Yes, I find it suspicious too that nothing of her was found. Of course they might just had dug in the wrong place. Only a full dig of that entire floor in front of and under the altar would answer it. You could totally do that. I visited Westminster, the Tower and St George's Chapel in one trip, so it's very doable :-)
@@HistoryCalling It might interest you to read about Cardinal John Henry Newman who died in 1890. His grave was opened in 2008 with the intention of removing his remains to Birmingham Oratory for veneration. However, no trace of him was found. He had been buried at his own request in the grave of his friend Ambrose St. John.
@@HistoryCalling yeah I was thinking that, I think it's possible that some of Katherine's bones were either stolen, still there but the Victorians dug in the wrong place, she could've been buried to the other side of Jane Boleyn, it's also possible some of her bones were in the pile of bones with Margaret Pole and Jane. It's very possible her bones still exist but perhaps we'll never know
I’ve visited Boleyn, Howard, Cleves and Seymour. It’s on my wish list to visit the remaining two. When I visited the chapel of St Peter ad Vincula, the Yeoman Warder told us that there is a story around Katherine Howard. The story goes that when she was buried, Henry was so enraged by her betrayal he ordered her body to be covered in quicklime so nothing would remain to torment him! It would certainly explain why her body, and the bodies closest decomposed so much!
Yes, I've heard the lime story too. I think maybe the Victorians came up with it to explain the lack of a body, but I'm not aware of a 16th century primary source which supports it. Sometimes the Yeoman Warders' stories aren't completely correct (which is understandable and I'm not bashing them as they all come from military backgrounds, rather than having any historical training). I've heard them say the Tudor era executions took place in front of the Chapel where the memorial is for instance, but that's incorrect (though others were executed there).
@@HistoryCalling Thankyou for the reply! I have always taken the yeoman warders talks to be an entertainment rather than hard truth, as you say they have a job to do and they are brilliant at what they do! I love your videos though and this is definitely one of my favourites 🥰
So, it seems that again, Anne of Cleves, was the luckiest. The woman who got away from Henry the soonest had the undisturbed grave and lived the longest. That guys ‘affection’ seems to be a curse even in death.
Rat_Queen, Henry told Anne of Cleves to stay in England as his 'Sister', he did not want relations to sour with Germany. Anne of Cleves was his richest wife upon marriage then he gave her two homes and excesses upon their annulment including Hever Castle which was the childhood home of Anne Boleyn.
I grew up in Peterborough and often visited the Cathedral there, with school and on other occasions. This is where my love for the Tudors came from. Each year when there is a ceremony for Katherine, a pomegranate is left for her. Such a beautiful tribute to a stoic woman of her time. At the Tower of London when I visited, we weren't allowed in the church and couldn't get close to the pillow which is disappointing but it means I have to go back again.
Any excuse to go back to the Tower of London is always fine by me :-) I'd love to get to Peterborough Cathedral. Sadly, so far the closest I've come was grabbing a quick train connection in the city once upon a time on my way to a friend's wedding.
@HistoryCalling it is such a beautiful Catherdral and the grounds were/are so peaceful considering you are in the middle of town. Katherine's grave has an air to it, almost sad but calming too. Do love the Tower, its one that needs to be visited over and over again to find the little treasures.
There are usually pomegranates on the grave of Catherine of Aragon in Peterborough Cathedral. Another queen - Mary Queen of Scots - is also commemorated there. Mary is no longer at rest in the cathedral but had rested there for a while.
Catherine of Aragon was an extraordinary queen, a monarch who was raised to serve her king and England with honor and valor, and a daughter who made her parents and Spain proud.
I was lucky enough to visit the graves of all 6 queens when my husband and I took a trip to England in summer 1993 to spend our holidays there (3 weeks full of sunshine, by the way!). I also spent several times in London and never forgot to visit the Chapel St Peter ad Vincula in the Tower to pay respect to my favourite queens, Anne Boleyn and Catherine Howard. - I appreciate your videos very much, they are always well researched. All the best, Anna from Germany
You jokingly mentioned about Anne Boleyn's cause of death, and that reminded me of a strange tidbit about how executions were recorded in official records, first in Great Britain, then in the colonies and eventually here in the United States. Starting at some point in the late 17th or early 18th Century, every death was brought before the coroner's jury in the jurisdiction in which said death took place. This included executions. Executions would be recorded first by the coroner, who would specify the exact nature of the death (asphyxiation due to throttling injury by hanging, beheading by axe, etc) and cause of death would be listed as a homicide. Then, the case would be taken before a coroner's jury, and where charges for murder would ordinarily be recorded, the notation would say: "Justifiable Homicide, per HM's order." Now, this carried over to the colonies in America, and to this day, any execution taking place in any state in America is listed as a Homicide, which then goes to a coroner's jury, where the notation is made: "Justifiable Homicide, By order of the Governor." The courts impose the death penalty, but the Governor of each state gives the actual order for the execution to take place. Or, conversely, they can commute the sentence and grant clemency, just like any king or queen could.
@@HistoryCalling happy to share. I had history teacher back in high school, Mr. Pearson, who would share with us all of these odd little tales from history. He was one of those teachers, the ones who really make difference in a student's life. He sparked my interest in history, because he taught it like a storyteller would.
This oddly brought me so much joy. It is so rare I learn anything new about history and when I do, it makes me happy to file it away in the old noggin. Thank you for sharing!
@@ramencurry6672 Not just any serial killer. He's a serial wife killer. Personally, I think Catherine Parr and Anne of Cleves are extremely lucky to survive Henry when they did. 😅
I am a yank, but an anglophile. I would most like to visit Katherine of Aragon's tomb. Her wisdom, faithfulness, patience, and virtue make her my favorite of Henry VIII' wives.
Actually Catherine Parr's daughter was sent to Ireland to live with a family friend. There's a poem she wrote at the age of 10, but people speculate that she died sometime around then because they found nothing to prove she was alive after the poem! Great video tho! I always enjoy hearing of the Tudor Dynasty!
I'd need to see a primary source for that. It's a lovely story, but sadly I think it's extremely unlikely. I think poor little Mary Seymour died in England very young :-(
I'm glad you're feeling better, HC. Since watching your videos on Catherine Parr, I've added a visit to Sudeley Castle to my bucket list. Not sure when Lena and I will make it but traveling seems a bit less of a health concern these days. This was a great entry in your Six Wives series. Starting the new year strong. 👏👏Until next week!
Thanks Stephen. I certainly hope so as the final few videos of 2022 didn't go down well for the most part. You never know. We could end up at Sudelely some day at the same time without realising it!
I rarely comment on videos, but I really wanted to comment on this one! This channel is amazing! Quickly becoming my favourite historical channel! Your videos are so well documented and your narration is really nice! Your voice and accent are so nice too! It's my favourite channel to fall asleep to at night! I'd just turn on one of the playlists and enjoy the information!
Thank you so much Anna :-) That's such a lovely comment and I appreciate the kind words. Do feel free to stop by and comment again in the future. We're a generally friendly bunch here and I'd be delighted to have you :-)
@@HistoryCalling OMG! Thank you so much for your reply! I really really love your channel! I'm a nerd of English history. Funny enough, the Wars of Roses and the Tudors were never never the part I would focus on when studying. I was more interested in 1700 history. But since finding your channel I'm OBSESSED with the Tudors!
No problem. You would never guess it from my content here, but I'm actually an 18th century fiend as well. That's what I did my PhD on and what I published on back in my academia days. I love the Tudors too of course and they're what got me into history as a kid, but the reason I lean into them so heavily on the channel is actually because I find they attract the most views (and therefore money of course). If I could get people more into the Hanoverians I'd be all over that dynasty like a rash! :-)
@@HistoryCalling The conflicts with the Scots are also very interesting! The whole Jacobite rebellion with Bonnie Prince Charlie, and the Battle of Culloden. That's how I discovered the show Outlander haha. Always welcoming a handsome Scot to go with a side of history
I love these videos! I was happy to get the notification! I’ve watched all the videos in the Six Wives playlist (and all the other playlists-I love history), and this was a great one! I’m fascinated by the Tudor period, and I binge-watch them while I work!
@@HistoryCalling everyone should binge-watch them! I’m have always had a love of history. The Victorian and Tudor periods are my favorite! I am a music lover, and when I’m in the office, music is my preferred background noise. But the three days I work at home-it’s playlists like yours, or documentaries! That way, I learn while I work!
This really shows how many wives Henry had in quick succession. One is barely cold in their grave before the next one dies! This is verging on serial killer territory! I haven't visited any of the graves, the chapel of St Peter Ad Vincula was closed when I last went to the tower. I must make the effort though, as we are still living under all their shadows, even now. Thanks HC, for putting this into perspective. Have a very happy and healthy New Year. 😎
Yes, Anne Boleyn in particular was literally barely cold before Henry got engaged to Jane Seymour, as it was just the next day. Happy New Year to you too :-)
I haven’t, strictly speaking, visited the graves but I have been in St Peter’s chapel as part of a guided tour of the Tower of London. We all sat in the pews to listen to the tour guide telling us about the place and I could see the alter from where I was sitting and knew from books and photographs who was buried there but the public weren’t allowed in that area. That’s the closest I’ve got so far. I’d like to see Katherine of Aragon’s grave properly, she was an admirable woman and it’s nice she was finally given a fitting grave although a shame she couldn’t be buried with Mary. Peterborough is a bit out of the way for me but I hope to manage it one day.
….or if the son of Henry and Katherine of Aragon had survived his infancy. Or even if Jane had never died after the birth of Edward then Catherine Howard would have probably lived a long happy healthy life.
This video is absolutely fascinating! I love how you weave together history and intrigue while respecting the complex legacies of these women. Great work!
I didn't know George was buried next to Anne! That's one nice thing amongst the horror, cos Anne & George were really close- unlike Anne & Mary, but ofc everyone's interested in "the other Boleyn girl", even tho there's not much known about her. There is about George tho, & he's awesome- he's _my_ favourite Boleyn, & one of my favourite historical people overall. I'm glad Catherine of Aragon's title of queen was officially restored to her- she WAS queen, & that meant a LOT to her.
I had not realised that one of King Henry VIII's wives was buried at Sudeley. This is but a few miles from where I live. I must visit it. Thank you for all your hard work. x
I love your videos on Henry VIII's wives, and this is no exception. Great compilation! Even all these centuries later, may they all finally be resting in peace... 🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹
Thanks Connie. Honestly I thought I was going to get a roasting in the comments for doing a video which is similar to the other videos I have on each individual woman's death/burial, but people seem to appreciate the compilation approach, as I hoped they would.
Hi HC, once again thanks for another brilliant video. I really enjoyed listening to this summary of the six wives. I did visit the Tower of London many years ago but didn’t go into the church. If I only knew then what I know now. A good reason to go back with my recently acquired knowledge. Thanks HC. 👍🏻
Oh yes, any excuse to visit the Tower of London is always fine by me. Do go back if you get the chance and make sure you're there on a day when the Chapel is open.
If I ever make it over to London, I would definitely check out Anne and Kathrine’s graves… and the rest of the Tower of London. Of course I’d love to see Westminster Abbey (and Anne) but if I’d have to choose, it’d lose out to the Tower. Great video and overview of the queens! I’m going to pull this one out when my niece gets to Tudor era in her history class!
I highly recommend the Tower of London. I enjoy the tours given by the Yeoman Warders, they are a riot, and when I did a tour, we ended up in the church.
Great video as always, HC! I never thought before about how bad the chapel must have smelled with them buried so close to the surface.I apologize for the morbidity of this question but do you think they might have been buried so shallow possibly in a last attempt to embarrass the memory of the executed people? I know in Anne’s case they weren’t prepared for her burial and had to wait for someone to come so they probably did the best with their circumstances but I just wonder if it might have been an act to shame them.
Honestly, I don't think so. It's just really hard work to dig a big deep hole in the ground, maybe even more so when you're digging into a building's foundations, so I think it was just a case of wanting to get it done.
To me, it's very strange to literally stand on someones grave. Also, a few of the wifes could have lived longer, if they hadn't have had the misfortune of being married to Henry VIII. Great vlog.
As always, amazing video!!! So fascinating. I’ve been to the burial sites of Anne Boleyn and Katherine Howard, as well as Anne of Cleves. But my goal is to see Katherine of Aragon, Katherine Parr and Jane Seymour within the next year or two!!
I am not a frequent commenter but I wanted to say I really enjoy your videos! They are so well done and I find your voice both captivating and soothing. You are very easy to listen to.
This is oddly perfect timing since I just saw the musical Six during the US tour last night. That's purely entertainment, but it was nice to connect that back to the real history with this video. Thanks, HC!
It just occurred to me when you asked that I have seen 3. I’ve been to the Tower of London twice, so I’ve seen where Anne Boleyn and Katherine Howard were interred. And I’ve been to Westminster Abbey twice so I have seen Anne of Cleves, Elizabeth I, Mary I, Mary Queen of Scots and Edward VI. Never made it to Peterborough, but it’s in my bucket list. The wife and I are saving up for a Tudor tour in the next couple years!
Absolutely excellent video....Thank you for this fantastic video... So glad to hear that you have your voice back.. I hope that you are completely on the mend...
I live near Peterborough and volunteer at the cathedral there. Katherine of Aragon’s tomb is much revered. Every January a number of events are held honouring Katherine, including a Roman Catholic mass.
I love your videos. I consider them one of the must sees of the day every time you post. Your dedication to presenting true historic fact, as best as it can be researched is admirable. I also like that you present your opinions on what is likely to have happened, because you are obviously knowledgeable and have put in the work necessary to form such an opinion. I've often wondered about the singular existence of St. Peter Ad Vincula. It seems unlike any other church in Christendom. Was it built specifically as a place for prisoners to be buried? Was it considered a disgrace to be buried there? Would the victims of the king's rath be ashamed to know that would be their resting place? Or would they have been glad not to have their head stuck on Traitor's Gate as Thomas More's was? Would they have known either way? The name - St. Peter in Chains, as it has been translated seems to indicate it was specifically built for this purpose.
Thank you so much. That's really kind of you to say. I don't believe it was built to house prisoners (there are lots of other people buried in it for instance), but rather to serve the religious needs of the people living and working in the Tower, which was of course intended as a royal residence initially. I think those buried in it would indeed be glad to know that they're buried on consecrated ground as the alternative (back in ye olden days that is) was very unpalatable.
@@HistoryCalling In truth there is no sadder spot on the earth than that little cemetery. Death is there associated, not, as in Westminster Abbey and Saint Paul's, with genius and virtue, with public veneration and with imperishable renown; not, as in our humblest churches and churchyards, with everything that is most endearing in social and domestic charities; but with whatever is darkest in human nature and in human destiny, with the savage triumph of implacable enemies, with the inconstancy, the ingratitude, the cowardice of friends, with all the miseries of fallen greatness and of blighted fame. Thither have been carried, through successive ages, by the rude hands of gaolers, without one mourner following, the bleeding relics of men who had been the captains of armies, the leaders of parties, the oracles of senates, and the ornaments of courts.[24] - Taken from the Wikipedia page. Your answer and video inspired me to look it up. I had no idea so many were buried there. It does seem to carry a particular mark of shame. So very sad.
I recall seeing Katherine of Aragons tomb when site seeing in Peterborough Cathedral. This was in about 2002 and I was struck by a bouquet of white roses placed on her tomb, not something expected on such an old tomb. Excellent video
Very well done! 👍 Thank you. I've been to Peterborough - Katherine of Aragon; Westminster Abbey - Anne of Cleves; St. George's Chapel , Windsor - Jane Seymour (and Henry #8); and to Sudeley Castle - Katharine Parr.
@@HistoryCalling YES, indeed! AND, will be there again in July - taking my grandchildren there this time and have already told them to start watching your channel, so as to more understand what we will be experiencing. Thank you so much!
I was reading this alternative history where it was set in A world where Arthur Tudor never dies-Him and Catherine goes on to have A healthy son but Henry tries to take the throne.
@@HistoryCalling One of the characters within the story writes A "Alternative History Novel" where Henry becomes king(...) It is very close to our own world with one exception Henry, duke of Cornwall lives.
Another wonderful video. Thanks. Its unreal how many famous people are buried in that small area. Are there any markers for them or does one need a map like you showed to know who's where?
There are markers in the floor in front of the altar and some others around the Chapel, but I'm certain there are lots of people in there that we'll never know about.
Hi, Awesome live history video I enjoyed it can't wait to see more soon. Your videos are always enjoyable and relaxing. Have a great day see you next video 😀 greetings from Canada
@@HistoryCalling there are a lot of channels whose purpose, it would seem, is to repeat the same stuff heard over and over. Your content is fresh, interesting, and it is clear you have a passion for what you are doing.
Another outstanding and informative post! Thank you, so much, for taking your time to research and present these videos.. I look forward to them every Friday night!!
Do you have any ideas or speculations about who or how flowers are placed on Anne Boleyn’s grave every year?? It seems significant in the way that Catherine of Aragon’s death is remembered and offerings left at her memorial, but as far as I know there isn’t much info on this. Also, I’ve been wondering for a while now, especially in watching your videos on Anne Boleyn and Catherine of Aragon about their relationship when Anne was a lady in waiting. Is there more to know of their relationship as the events played out?? Did Catherine enjoy Anne’s presence at court the way Margaret of Austria did?? I only know of the one recorded convo between the two of them, but is there more to know both before Henry began to peruse Anne and afterwards?? Thanks so much for your videos, they are truly a delight and the highlight of my week!! 😁 And sorry about the loads of questions 😭😭😭
No need to apologise for the questions, though I should apologise for the not very helpful answers I'm about to give :-) Sadly, no. No one knows about the flowers that come to Anne's grave. They just arrive at the Tower on the specified day. Not much info. on Anne as a lady in waiting either. I suppose at the time no one knew that that relationship with Catherine would be important so no one was paying attention to it and of course, she was just one of many ladies in waiting too and wouldn't have been there the whole time. Thank you for your kind words about the videos. I hope you continue to enjoy 2023's offerings :-)
Ah, that makes sense, and I kinda figured it was the case for both questions lol. Maybe one day more info will reveal itself. I’d like to think Elizabeth I quietly had the flowers set up way back in her time. (Although I know that is probably wildly untrue 😂) Thank you for your reply. Wishing you a happy new year, and looking forward to more content! 😊
That was a great video, I would love to see the one in Westminster Abbey. Would also like to go to the chapel in the tower of London and see the memorial. Thanks
You have to really pay attention in Westminster Abbey to see Anne's tomb. It's well tucked away now. It's easier to see from the cosmati pavement actually, but you aren't allowed to walk on that.
Im new to your channel ..what brought me in is first your knowledge and discovery ...second i love your voice !!!!! New fan here !!! So interesting !!!❤❤❤
I've only seen Katherine of Aragons grave at Peterborough cathedral. It had pomegranates on it. Such a beautiful cathedral to rest in. She along with Anne of Cleves are my favourite wives
Excellent content. Loved the video. I´m from Brazil and I really love history. I found your accent very peculiar, may I ask where you come from ? Thanks and congratulations, I´m certainly watching other videos from your channel.
Anne Boleyn, and Katherine Howard’s burials have always confused me. They put them and Anne’s brother in such highly honourable places. Really makes me wonder if deep down, Henry was never fully convinced, but didn’t want to take ‘the risk’?
It does seem odd, doesn't it? I think Henry knew they were innocent and no matter what, they were still nobles and had been members of the royal family, so I think those factors affected his choice. Also, being in the Tower of London meant that their graves weren't open to the public and couldn't be either desecrated or turned into shrines.
I went to the Met Museum today, and caught the last day of the Tudors exhibit. I surreptitiously flipped the bird at the portrait of Henry VIII, and thought, "That is for Anne and Catherine."
I sooo wanted to be able to see that exhibition, but I really couldn't justify flying all the way to New York just for that :-( I have at least seen some of the items in it at other locations though. For instance I have a picture of myself next to Elizabeth's portrait at Hatfield House with the eyes and ears on her dress. Were you allowed to take pictures of the items on display?
Love this type of video even though I've heard about each burial place many times. Each UA-camr or documenter brings their own flavour and take on it 👍
Saw Anne Boleyn's grave when we last visited Tower of London. Actually felt rather emotional about it, especially as one of the guides had just given a wonderful talk about her execution.
Thanks so much for this. I was actually at Sudeley Castle a few weeks ago seeing as it's only an hour away from me. Beautiful place. Lots of photos. And for once, I know the locations of all Henry's wives. 🤓Peterborough, St P Adv, Sudeley, St George's Windsor, St P Adv again & Westminster Abbey - in marriage order. Never been to P'Borough - YET. But it's on my list. As an afterthought, wishing you an extremely happy new year. And BE WELL. (This last is not a request 🤭). Looking forward to what's coming - however bizarre. Starting my Royal Suart's binge next week.
I'd love to go to Sudeley (and Peterborough Cathedral for that matter). Sadly I never really find myself in the correct part of England though. Thank you so much for the well wishes and Happy New Year to you too :-)
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You mentioned with confidence that Catherine Parr's daughter died as a toddler, most say they don't know what happened to her and I thought I have heard you say the same, but I might be wrong. Can you show the work for this statement now? I would be very interested to see it.
She was placed in the care of the dowager Duchess of Suffolk and there are records of her until toddlerhood. It's true that no one knows her precise fate, however as the first cousin of the King, then the step-sister of Queens Mary and Elizabeth and the daughter of a Queen-dowager, had she lived much longer than that her status would have ensured that further records of her existed as she would have shown up at major royal events.
I live in the US but travel to the UK often. On one of my first trips there I made it a point to visit the chapel of St Peter Ad Vincula and Westminster Abbey having just recently read The Wives of Henry VIII by Alison Weir. Have been back many times; I find the chapel to be a intimate and very somber space, and a bit sad, Westminster Abbey is likely the most amazing building I've ever visited. I intend to visit Windsor on my next trip over. And since watching your video on Catherine Parr I've added Sudeley castle to my must visit list. I find her to be the most impressive and intriguing of Henry's wives. Thanks for your videos, all extremely informative and very well done.
I've visited Boleyn and Howard, Cleves, and Seymour. Would very much like to visit the first and last Catherines at Peterborough and Sudeley, as I find their stories (in death, as well as life) particularly compelling and sad.
Same here. I just need to add numbers 1 and 6 to my 'visited list' as well.
“6 graves for 6 wives” sounds like a dark comedy about a single father of three kids who has been widowed six times
Haha, it does indeed. You should write the novel!
Is does that is sad but Henry was widowed 5 times not 6😅
Shockingly I’d watch it
@@HistoryCalling same I would read that
@@HistoryCalling Now I want to write something like that lol
I want to note about the Victorian's theory that Katherine Howard's body disintegrated due to her age at death. I spoke to my friend, who is an actual archeologist, and he said that it wouldn't have mattered what age she went into the ground at. Bones of younger individuals sometimes thousands of years older than Katherine have been exhumed intact so it was probably the lime that they poured into her grave which caused her bones to decompose at an accelerated rate rather than the fact she was only between 16-22 when she went into the ground.
I would love to go back to the Tower (I went when I was about 8 and didn't have the appreciation of history I do now) and see the graves of Anne and Katherine. Maybe I could visit Anne in Westminister at the same time so I can get 1/2 of Henry's wives in one trip.
Yes, I find it suspicious too that nothing of her was found. Of course they might just had dug in the wrong place. Only a full dig of that entire floor in front of and under the altar would answer it.
You could totally do that. I visited Westminster, the Tower and St George's Chapel in one trip, so it's very doable :-)
@@HistoryCalling It might interest you to read about Cardinal John Henry Newman who died in 1890. His grave was opened in 2008 with the intention of removing his remains to Birmingham Oratory for veneration. However, no trace of him was found. He had been buried at his own request in the grave of his friend Ambrose St. John.
@@HistoryCalling yeah I was thinking that, I think it's possible that some of Katherine's bones were either stolen, still there but the Victorians dug in the wrong place, she could've been buried to the other side of Jane Boleyn, it's also possible some of her bones were in the pile of bones with Margaret Pole and Jane. It's very possible her bones still exist but perhaps we'll never know
Archaeologists are scam artists.. stfu
I thought I read somewhere that lime was poured over Katherine. It was said to be Henry ultimate revenge against the wife that slighted him
I’ve visited Boleyn, Howard, Cleves and Seymour. It’s on my wish list to visit the remaining two. When I visited the chapel of St Peter ad Vincula, the Yeoman Warder told us that there is a story around Katherine Howard. The story goes that when she was buried, Henry was so enraged by her betrayal he ordered her body to be covered in quicklime so nothing would remain to torment him! It would certainly explain why her body, and the bodies closest decomposed so much!
Yes, I've heard the lime story too. I think maybe the Victorians came up with it to explain the lack of a body, but I'm not aware of a 16th century primary source which supports it. Sometimes the Yeoman Warders' stories aren't completely correct (which is understandable and I'm not bashing them as they all come from military backgrounds, rather than having any historical training). I've heard them say the Tudor era executions took place in front of the Chapel where the memorial is for instance, but that's incorrect (though others were executed there).
@@HistoryCalling Thankyou for the reply! I have always taken the yeoman warders talks to be an entertainment rather than hard truth, as you say they have a job to do and they are brilliant at what they do! I love your videos though and this is definitely one of my favourites 🥰
Never heard of this story.ive heard a lot of English legends and myths but never this one.
So, it seems that again, Anne of Cleves, was the luckiest. The woman who got away from Henry the soonest had the undisturbed grave and lived the longest.
That guys ‘affection’ seems to be a curse even in death.
Yup, it sure looks that way. :-)
Rat_Queen, Henry told Anne of Cleves to stay in England as his 'Sister', he did not want relations to sour with Germany. Anne of Cleves was his richest wife upon marriage then he gave her two homes and excesses upon their annulment including Hever Castle which was the childhood home of Anne Boleyn.
Cleaves is entombed in a Cathedral..safe and sound and honored ! 🏵️
@@louisemccoy9410Cleves.
There is no honoUr without you/U😉
Catherine of Aragon lived about 8 years longer than Anne of Cleves.
Also, Anne of Cleves was about the same age as Mary I (her former stepdaughter).
I grew up in Peterborough and often visited the Cathedral there, with school and on other occasions. This is where my love for the Tudors came from. Each year when there is a ceremony for Katherine, a pomegranate is left for her. Such a beautiful tribute to a stoic woman of her time.
At the Tower of London when I visited, we weren't allowed in the church and couldn't get close to the pillow which is disappointing but it means I have to go back again.
Any excuse to go back to the Tower of London is always fine by me :-) I'd love to get to Peterborough Cathedral. Sadly, so far the closest I've come was grabbing a quick train connection in the city once upon a time on my way to a friend's wedding.
@HistoryCalling it is such a beautiful Catherdral and the grounds were/are so peaceful considering you are in the middle of town. Katherine's grave has an air to it, almost sad but calming too.
Do love the Tower, its one that needs to be visited over and over again to find the little treasures.
I used to live in Peterborough I have been to the Cathedral several times and always stopped to pay my respects at her grave.
There are usually pomegranates on the grave of Catherine of Aragon in Peterborough Cathedral. Another queen - Mary Queen of Scots - is also commemorated there. Mary is no longer at rest in the cathedral but had rested there for a while.
Catherine of Aragon was an extraordinary queen, a monarch who was raised to serve her king and England with honor and valor, and a daughter who made her parents and Spain proud.
I was lucky enough to visit the graves of all 6 queens when my husband and I took a trip to England in summer 1993 to spend our holidays there (3 weeks full of sunshine, by the way!). I also spent several times in London and never forgot to visit the Chapel St Peter ad Vincula in the Tower to pay respect to my favourite queens, Anne Boleyn and Catherine Howard. - I appreciate your videos very much, they are always well researched. All the best, Anna from Germany
Thank you very much. I still have to get to Catherine of Aragon and Catherine Parr myself.
You jokingly mentioned about Anne Boleyn's cause of death, and that reminded me of a strange tidbit about how executions were recorded in official records, first in Great Britain, then in the colonies and eventually here in the United States.
Starting at some point in the late 17th or early 18th Century, every death was brought before the coroner's jury in the jurisdiction in which said death took place. This included executions. Executions would be recorded first by the coroner, who would specify the exact nature of the death (asphyxiation due to throttling injury by hanging, beheading by axe, etc) and cause of death would be listed as a homicide. Then, the case would be taken before a coroner's jury, and where charges for murder would ordinarily be recorded, the notation would say: "Justifiable Homicide, per HM's order."
Now, this carried over to the colonies in America, and to this day, any execution taking place in any state in America is listed as a Homicide, which then goes to a coroner's jury, where the notation is made: "Justifiable Homicide, By order of the Governor." The courts impose the death penalty, but the Governor of each state gives the actual order for the execution to take place. Or, conversely, they can commute the sentence and grant clemency, just like any king or queen could.
That's so interesting about state executions in the US still being recorded as homicides today. I'd never heard that before. Thanks for sharing :-)
@@HistoryCalling happy to share. I had history teacher back in high school, Mr. Pearson, who would share with us all of these odd little tales from history. He was one of those teachers, the ones who really make difference in a student's life. He sparked my interest in history, because he taught it like a storyteller would.
This oddly brought me so much joy. It is so rare I learn anything new about history and when I do, it makes me happy to file it away in the old noggin. Thank you for sharing!
Makes sense; homicide means death by another’s hand.
My heart goes out to any unfortunate woman that Henry put his eyes on for she was doomed, God bless her!
Hello Elizabeth, how are you doing today, hope you’re fine and safe from the COVID-19 virus??
He was a serial killer. His grave should be removed
@@ramencurry6672 Lol good luck with that. 🤣 That’s just how it was back then.
@@Deano-Dron81 you’re right
@@ramencurry6672 Not just any serial killer. He's a serial wife killer. Personally, I think Catherine Parr and Anne of Cleves are extremely lucky to survive Henry when they did. 😅
Happy New Year, HC!!! You rock!
HAPPY NEW YEAR STEPHEN & THANK YOU for such a kind new year's gift as well. I hope 2023 is everything you want it to be and more.
I am a yank, but an anglophile. I would most like to visit Katherine of Aragon's tomb. Her wisdom, faithfulness, patience, and virtue make her my favorite of Henry VIII' wives.
Anche la mia . Condivido
Actually Catherine Parr's daughter was sent to Ireland to live with a family friend. There's a poem she wrote at the age of 10, but people speculate that she died sometime around then because they found nothing to prove she was alive after the poem! Great video tho! I always enjoy hearing of the Tudor Dynasty!
I'd need to see a primary source for that. It's a lovely story, but sadly I think it's extremely unlikely. I think poor little Mary Seymour died in England very young :-(
I'm glad you're feeling better, HC. Since watching your videos on Catherine Parr, I've added a visit to Sudeley Castle to my bucket list. Not sure when Lena and I will make it but traveling seems a bit less of a health concern these days. This was a great entry in your Six Wives series. Starting the new year strong. 👏👏Until next week!
Thanks Stephen. I certainly hope so as the final few videos of 2022 didn't go down well for the most part. You never know. We could end up at Sudelely some day at the same time without realising it!
@@HistoryCalling 😊Ha ha! Something to look forward to!
I have been to all 6 gravesites. I live in the US but spent two months in England the end of 2022 and went on a pilgrimage to see them all.
Lucky 😊
I rarely comment on videos, but I really wanted to comment on this one!
This channel is amazing! Quickly becoming my favourite historical channel! Your videos are so well documented and your narration is really nice!
Your voice and accent are so nice too! It's my favourite channel to fall asleep to at night! I'd just turn on one of the playlists and enjoy the information!
Thank you so much Anna :-) That's such a lovely comment and I appreciate the kind words. Do feel free to stop by and comment again in the future. We're a generally friendly bunch here and I'd be delighted to have you :-)
@@HistoryCalling OMG! Thank you so much for your reply! I really really love your channel! I'm a nerd of English history.
Funny enough, the Wars of Roses and the Tudors were never never the part I would focus on when studying. I was more interested in 1700 history. But since finding your channel I'm OBSESSED with the Tudors!
I feel the exact same way! Learning is great, but her voice-over just makes me so zen and calm!
No problem. You would never guess it from my content here, but I'm actually an 18th century fiend as well. That's what I did my PhD on and what I published on back in my academia days. I love the Tudors too of course and they're what got me into history as a kid, but the reason I lean into them so heavily on the channel is actually because I find they attract the most views (and therefore money of course). If I could get people more into the Hanoverians I'd be all over that dynasty like a rash! :-)
@@HistoryCalling The conflicts with the Scots are also very interesting! The whole Jacobite rebellion with Bonnie Prince Charlie, and the Battle of Culloden. That's how I discovered the show Outlander haha. Always welcoming a handsome Scot to go with a side of history
I love these videos! I was happy to get the notification!
I’ve watched all the videos in the Six Wives playlist (and all the other playlists-I love history), and this was a great one!
I’m fascinated by the Tudor period, and I binge-watch them while I work!
Thanks Gigi. I'm glad you liked it. I wish I could get others to binge watch the playlists too :-)
@@HistoryCalling everyone should binge-watch them! I’m have always had a love of history. The Victorian and Tudor periods are my favorite! I am a music lover, and when I’m in the office, music is my preferred background noise. But the three days I work at home-it’s playlists like yours, or documentaries! That way, I learn while I work!
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What a lovely, soothing voice you have! Please don't interrupt your wonderful narration with the loud, jarring ads. Thank you kindly.
Not her choice.
Love Fridays for a new history calling video, especially if it’s Tudor!! Thanks for sharing all your knowledge
No problem. Thanks for watching :-)
Thanks!
THANKS SHAWN for your generous donation to the channel. Hope you enjoyed this week's little graves tour :-)
@@HistoryCalling you are welcome
This really shows how many wives Henry had in quick succession. One is barely cold in their grave before the next one dies! This is verging on serial killer territory! I haven't visited any of the graves, the chapel of St Peter Ad Vincula was closed when I last went to the tower. I must make the effort though, as we are still living under all their shadows, even now. Thanks HC, for putting this into perspective. Have a very happy and healthy New Year. 😎
Yes, Anne Boleyn in particular was literally barely cold before Henry got engaged to Jane Seymour, as it was just the next day. Happy New Year to you too :-)
Actually, he had a hand in the death of three of them. His neglect and abuse of a sickly Katharine of Aragon most probably sped up her demise.
And in a sense, Jane Seymour. Though that was a pretty ordinary death, it was entirely due his obsession about getting a male heir.
I haven’t, strictly speaking, visited the graves but I have been in St Peter’s chapel as part of a guided tour of the Tower of London. We all sat in the pews to listen to the tour guide telling us about the place and I could see the alter from where I was sitting and knew from books and photographs who was buried there but the public weren’t allowed in that area. That’s the closest I’ve got so far.
I’d like to see Katherine of Aragon’s grave properly, she was an admirable woman and it’s nice she was finally given a fitting grave although a shame she couldn’t be buried with Mary. Peterborough is a bit out of the way for me but I hope to manage it one day.
I'd love to see Catherine of Aragon's and Catherine Parr's too. Definitely on my bucket list.
Henry's gross bones should be exhumed & the bastard's skeleton hung in Trafalgar Square.
amazing video HC! one day i hope i’ll be able to see all of them. particularly Katherine of Aragon 👑
Thank you. Yes, she (and CP) are on my list as well.
I love this history and have read a lot about it but you have so much more of where they were buried. Thank you!
Please tell my Yorkie your okay, he's been worried about you all week long ever since he had heard you were sick.
Totally fine thank you. All recovered :-)
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@@HistoryCalling 😊
Imagine Anne didn’t lose the baby boy
….or if the son of Henry and Katherine of Aragon had survived his infancy. Or even if Jane had never died after the birth of Edward then Catherine Howard would have probably lived a long happy healthy life.
Apparently Annes son showed signs of deformity’s
This video is absolutely fascinating! I love how you weave together history and intrigue while respecting the complex legacies of these women. Great work!
I love your videos! Please do more videos on historical births, funerals and portraiture
Already in the works and will be with you soon :-)
I didn't know George was buried next to Anne! That's one nice thing amongst the horror, cos Anne & George were really close- unlike Anne & Mary, but ofc everyone's interested in "the other Boleyn girl", even tho there's not much known about her. There is about George tho, & he's awesome- he's _my_ favourite Boleyn, & one of my favourite historical people overall.
I'm glad Catherine of Aragon's title of queen was officially restored to her- she WAS queen, & that meant a LOT to her.
Yes, I think they would like that they are buried next to each other too.
Amazing research and videography! Great coverage and telling of their stories too! 💐👍🏻
Thank you so much. I was lucky I was able to get footage of the different things I needed without too many people around me.
I had not realised that one of King Henry VIII's wives was buried at Sudeley. This is but a few miles from where I live. I must visit it. Thank you for all your hard work. x
I love your videos on Henry VIII's wives, and this is no exception. Great compilation! Even all these centuries later, may they all finally be resting in peace... 🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹
Thanks Connie. Honestly I thought I was going to get a roasting in the comments for doing a video which is similar to the other videos I have on each individual woman's death/burial, but people seem to appreciate the compilation approach, as I hoped they would.
Hi HC, once again thanks for another brilliant video. I really enjoyed listening to this summary of the six wives.
I did visit the Tower of London many years ago but didn’t go into the church. If I only knew then what I know now.
A good reason to go back with my recently acquired knowledge.
Thanks HC. 👍🏻
Oh yes, any excuse to visit the Tower of London is always fine by me. Do go back if you get the chance and make sure you're there on a day when the Chapel is open.
We visited Anne and Katherine’s resting place while in London, in May. It was deeply sad and tragic.
Yeah that's a part of history though it's many different tragedies
This is one of you best videos. I’ve visited all but Catherine Parr.
Thanks Stephan :-) I have to get to Aragon and Parr myself.
Chilling with the Playlist next! This has been a nice preview. 👍
Thanks Nicola and enjoy :-)
If I ever make it over to London, I would definitely check out Anne and Kathrine’s graves… and the rest of the Tower of London. Of course I’d love to see Westminster Abbey (and Anne) but if I’d have to choose, it’d lose out to the Tower.
Great video and overview of the queens! I’m going to pull this one out when my niece gets to Tudor era in her history class!
I highly recommend the Tower of London. I enjoy the tours given by the Yeoman Warders, they are a riot, and when I did a tour, we ended up in the church.
Great video as always, HC! I never thought before about how bad the chapel must have smelled with them buried so close to the surface.I apologize for the morbidity of this question but do you think they might have been buried so shallow possibly in a last attempt to embarrass the memory of the executed people? I know in Anne’s case they weren’t prepared for her burial and had to wait for someone to come so they probably did the best with their circumstances but I just wonder if it might have been an act to shame them.
Honestly, I don't think so. It's just really hard work to dig a big deep hole in the ground, maybe even more so when you're digging into a building's foundations, so I think it was just a case of wanting to get it done.
That makes sense! Thanks for your input!
To me, it's very strange to literally stand on someones grave. Also, a few of the wifes could have lived longer, if they hadn't have had the misfortune of being married to Henry VIII. Great vlog.
Always a joy to listen to your narration of the videos. May you have a wonderful 2023. 😊😊
Thanks John. You too :-)
wow I went to Peterborough cathedral and never knew Catherine aragon was buried there, its beautiful there
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THANK YOU SO MUCH for your donation to the channel Beverly. It's very kind of you. I hope you enjoyed the video :-)
As always, amazing video!!! So fascinating.
I’ve been to the burial sites of Anne Boleyn and Katherine Howard, as well as Anne of Cleves. But my goal is to see Katherine of Aragon, Katherine Parr and Jane Seymour within the next year or two!!
I have to get to Aragon and Parr too. Maybe that should be our new year's resolutions! :-)
Nice Channel Love These Topics of These Centuries Just Saying 😘😚😁
I am not a frequent commenter but I wanted to say I really enjoy your videos! They are so well done and I find your voice both captivating and soothing. You are very easy to listen to.
Thanks Nanno. I hope you continue to enjoy the content :-)
Always great work you put into your videos!
Thanks Kimberly. It was nice doing a video on all the wives for once.
This is oddly perfect timing since I just saw the musical Six during the US tour last night. That's purely entertainment, but it was nice to connect that back to the real history with this video. Thanks, HC!
It's coming to Belfast in the spring and I want to go see it too :-)
I LOVED Six. Saw it in London in October.
You've just reminded me to go book tickets and I've now opened up another window on my computer to do it right now, so thank you :-)
It just occurred to me when you asked that I have seen 3. I’ve been to the Tower of London twice, so I’ve seen where Anne Boleyn and Katherine Howard were interred. And I’ve been to Westminster Abbey twice so I have seen Anne of Cleves, Elizabeth I, Mary I, Mary Queen of Scots and Edward VI.
Never made it to Peterborough, but it’s in my bucket list. The wife and I are saving up for a Tudor tour in the next couple years!
Well done you have the correct picture for Catherine Howard
Absolutely excellent video....Thank you for this fantastic video... So glad to hear that you have your voice back.. I hope that you are completely on the mend...
Thank you. Yes, all better now :-)
You always pick interesting topics for your videos. Thank you for the great content 😊
You're very welcome :-)
Oh! Is that Warwick castle at the beginning of the video? Thanks for the great video!
It is indeed. Good eye! :-)
I live near Peterborough and volunteer at the cathedral there. Katherine of Aragon’s tomb is much revered. Every January a number of events are held honouring Katherine, including a Roman Catholic mass.
I would love to visit, and pay my respects, to all 6 Queens, as they all suffered in some way under Henry, even Jane arguably
Beautifully done video as always. I am curious though, what happened to the remains of Hannah Beresford as she is not marked on the burial map?
She's still in there I think, buried under Anne now I would imagine.
I love your videos. I consider them one of the must sees of the day every time you post. Your dedication to presenting true historic fact, as best as it can be researched is admirable. I also like that you present your opinions on what is likely to have happened, because you are obviously knowledgeable and have put in the work necessary to form such an opinion. I've often wondered about the singular existence of St. Peter Ad Vincula. It seems unlike any other church in Christendom. Was it built specifically as a place for prisoners to be buried? Was it considered a disgrace to be buried there? Would the victims of the king's rath be ashamed to know that would be their resting place? Or would they have been glad not to have their head stuck on Traitor's Gate as Thomas More's was? Would they have known either way? The name - St. Peter in Chains, as it has been translated seems to indicate it was specifically built for this purpose.
Thank you so much. That's really kind of you to say. I don't believe it was built to house prisoners (there are lots of other people buried in it for instance), but rather to serve the religious needs of the people living and working in the Tower, which was of course intended as a royal residence initially. I think those buried in it would indeed be glad to know that they're buried on consecrated ground as the alternative (back in ye olden days that is) was very unpalatable.
@@HistoryCalling In truth there is no sadder spot on the earth than that little cemetery. Death is there associated, not, as in Westminster Abbey and Saint Paul's, with genius and virtue, with public veneration and with imperishable renown; not, as in our humblest churches and churchyards, with everything that is most endearing in social and domestic charities; but with whatever is darkest in human nature and in human destiny, with the savage triumph of implacable enemies, with the inconstancy, the ingratitude, the cowardice of friends, with all the miseries of fallen greatness and of blighted fame. Thither have been carried, through successive ages, by the rude hands of gaolers, without one mourner following, the bleeding relics of men who had been the captains of armies, the leaders of parties, the oracles of senates, and the ornaments of courts.[24] - Taken from the Wikipedia page.
Your answer and video inspired me to look it up. I had no idea so many were buried there. It does seem to carry a particular mark of shame. So very sad.
I recall seeing Katherine of Aragons tomb when site seeing in Peterborough Cathedral. This was in about 2002 and I was struck by a bouquet of white roses placed on her tomb, not something expected on such an old tomb.
Excellent video
Very well done! 👍 Thank you. I've been to Peterborough - Katherine of Aragon; Westminster Abbey - Anne of Cleves; St. George's Chapel , Windsor - Jane Seymour (and Henry #8); and to Sudeley Castle - Katharine Parr.
Oh you've done brilliantly. Only the Tower of London left now so that you can tick off the last two. You need another trip to London :-)
@@HistoryCalling YES, indeed! AND, will be there again in July - taking my grandchildren there this time and have already told them to start watching your channel, so as to more understand what we will be experiencing. Thank you so much!
Outstanding content!
Much appreciated :-)
That was very good. Thank you.
I've never seen any of these graves, but would love to get to travel to see them along with many more historical sites!
That's an excellent excuse for a trip to London I think :-)
I "accidentally " came across your video, thoroughly enjoyed, so have subscribed and will looking for more
Very informative and presented well
Hi Jill. Thank you so much and welcome aboard :-)
I was reading this alternative history where it was set in A world where Arthur Tudor never dies-Him and Catherine goes on to have A healthy son but Henry tries to take the throne.
Now that would be an interesting story. Sounds very Game of Thronesy.
@@HistoryCalling One of the characters within the story writes A "Alternative History Novel" where Henry becomes king(...) It is very close to our own world with one exception Henry, duke of Cornwall lives.
Excellent Video. Thanks.
Great job thanks!
Thanks Nathan and Happy New Year :-)
@@HistoryCalling happy new year to you
Thanks for the video. It's odd no one bothered to repair the coffin of Henry VIII. Hopefully one day I will visit the graves of 6 wives.
I suppose he's underground where no one sees him so no one's ever been bothered.
It would be interesting to know who Hannah Beresford was. I can’t find anything on her online.
Another wonderful video. Thanks. Its unreal how many famous people are buried in that small area. Are there any markers for them or does one need a map like you showed to know who's where?
There are markers in the floor in front of the altar and some others around the Chapel, but I'm certain there are lots of people in there that we'll never know about.
Hi, Awesome live history video I enjoyed it can't wait to see more soon. Your videos are always enjoyable and relaxing. Have a great day see you next video 😀 greetings from Canada
Thanks Michelle and greetings from across the pond. :-)
I have enjoyed the video. Excellent 😊💞 Thank you very much 👍🇿🇲
Sudeley Castle is a great place to visit, I always recommend it to people when they’re looking for a day trip.
I'd love to get there. It's on my bucket list. :-)
Your content is spectacular. Thank you for all of it.
And thank you for watching and leaving such a nice comment :-)
@@HistoryCalling there are a lot of channels whose purpose, it would seem, is to repeat the same stuff heard over and over. Your content is fresh, interesting, and it is clear you have a passion for what you are doing.
Excellent video as always.
Thank you :-)
Wonderful video. Thanks so much!
Most informative. Well done and thank you.
Another outstanding and informative post! Thank you, so much, for taking your time to research and present these videos.. I look forward to them every Friday night!!
Thanks Marilyn and you're very welcome :-)
Do you have any ideas or speculations about who or how flowers are placed on Anne Boleyn’s grave every year?? It seems significant in the way that Catherine of Aragon’s death is remembered and offerings left at her memorial, but as far as I know there isn’t much info on this.
Also, I’ve been wondering for a while now, especially in watching your videos on Anne Boleyn and Catherine of Aragon about their relationship when Anne was a lady in waiting. Is there more to know of their relationship as the events played out?? Did Catherine enjoy Anne’s presence at court the way Margaret of Austria did?? I only know of the one recorded convo between the two of them, but is there more to know both before Henry began to peruse Anne and afterwards??
Thanks so much for your videos, they are truly a delight and the highlight of my week!! 😁
And sorry about the loads of questions 😭😭😭
No need to apologise for the questions, though I should apologise for the not very helpful answers I'm about to give :-)
Sadly, no. No one knows about the flowers that come to Anne's grave. They just arrive at the Tower on the specified day.
Not much info. on Anne as a lady in waiting either. I suppose at the time no one knew that that relationship with Catherine would be important so no one was paying attention to it and of course, she was just one of many ladies in waiting too and wouldn't have been there the whole time.
Thank you for your kind words about the videos. I hope you continue to enjoy 2023's offerings :-)
Ah, that makes sense, and I kinda figured it was the case for both questions lol.
Maybe one day more info will reveal itself. I’d like to think Elizabeth I quietly had the flowers set up way back in her time. (Although I know that is probably wildly untrue 😂)
Thank you for your reply. Wishing you a happy new year, and looking forward to more content! 😊
Very interesting summary and beautifully presented as always.
Thanks Rick :-)
Totally and wonderfully explained. Thank you very much 🙏.
I do love your channel. It's often I watch something here every day. So glad I found you.
I've been to Anne Boleyn's grave at St. Peter Ad Vincula several times. Awesome and overwhelming.
Excellent presentation 👏 thank you I enjoyed it
That was a great video, I would love to see the one in Westminster Abbey. Would also like to go to the chapel in the tower of London and see the memorial. Thanks
You have to really pay attention in Westminster Abbey to see Anne's tomb. It's well tucked away now. It's easier to see from the cosmati pavement actually, but you aren't allowed to walk on that.
Im new to your channel ..what brought me in is first your knowledge and discovery ...second i love your voice !!!!! New fan here !!! So interesting !!!❤❤❤
Great work! Really interesting! Congratulations!
I've always been interested in the Tudors, thank you for making this video
Me too and you're very welcome :-)
@@HistoryCalling I think they are the most interesting of all the families 😊
Fantastic video. Very informative
Hello Paige, how are you doing today, hope you’re fine and safe from the COVID-19 virus??
Very interesting stuff , love your accent ❤
I've only seen Katherine of Aragons grave at Peterborough cathedral. It had pomegranates on it. Such a beautiful cathedral to rest in. She along with Anne of Cleves are my favourite wives
Great video
you have an appropriate sound of voice for this video.....keep up the good work👍
Excellent content. Loved the video. I´m from Brazil and I really love history. I found your accent very peculiar, may I ask where you come from ? Thanks and congratulations, I´m certainly watching other videos from your channel.
Anne Boleyn, and Katherine Howard’s burials have always confused me. They put them and Anne’s brother in such highly honourable places. Really makes me wonder if deep down, Henry was never fully convinced, but didn’t want to take ‘the risk’?
It does seem odd, doesn't it? I think Henry knew they were innocent and no matter what, they were still nobles and had been members of the royal family, so I think those factors affected his choice. Also, being in the Tower of London meant that their graves weren't open to the public and couldn't be either desecrated or turned into shrines.
That whole burial area seems suspicious to me…
This made me know alot thankyou❤🎉
I went to the Met Museum today, and caught the last day of the Tudors exhibit. I surreptitiously flipped the bird at the portrait of Henry VIII, and thought, "That is for Anne and Catherine."
I sooo wanted to be able to see that exhibition, but I really couldn't justify flying all the way to New York just for that :-( I have at least seen some of the items in it at other locations though. For instance I have a picture of myself next to Elizabeth's portrait at Hatfield House with the eyes and ears on her dress. Were you allowed to take pictures of the items on display?
@@HistoryCalling Yes, as long as the flash was off.
Way to take one for the team ❤
Love this type of video even though I've heard about each burial place many times. Each UA-camr or documenter brings their own flavour and take on it 👍
Thank you. Obviously I've looked at each individual woman before, but I think this compilation style video has something to be said for it too.
@@HistoryCalling True 👍
You have a beautiful soothing voice.
Thank you so much :-)
Saw Anne Boleyn's grave when we last visited Tower of London. Actually felt rather emotional about it, especially as one of the guides had just given a wonderful talk about her execution.
Hello Pretty, how are you doing today, hope you’re fine and safe from the COVID-19 virus??
Thanks so much for this. I was actually at Sudeley Castle a few weeks ago seeing as it's only an hour away from me. Beautiful place. Lots of photos. And for once, I know the locations of all Henry's wives. 🤓Peterborough, St P Adv, Sudeley, St George's Windsor, St P Adv again & Westminster Abbey - in marriage order. Never been to P'Borough - YET. But it's on my list.
As an afterthought, wishing you an extremely happy new year. And BE WELL. (This last is not a request 🤭). Looking forward to what's coming - however bizarre. Starting my Royal Suart's binge next week.
I'd love to go to Sudeley (and Peterborough Cathedral for that matter). Sadly I never really find myself in the correct part of England though. Thank you so much for the well wishes and Happy New Year to you too :-)