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Elizabeth Blount (c. 1498 /c. 1500 /c. 1502 – 1540), commonly known during her lifetime as Bessie Blount, was a mistress of Henry VIII of England.
Learn about the life and legacy of Elizabeth Blount, also known as 'Bessie', who was Henry VIII's lover from 1514 to 1519. She gave birth to his only acknowledged illegitimate child, Henry Fitzroy, Duke of Richmond, and later married twice.
Aug 5, 2016 · Learn about Bessie Blount, the mistress of Henry VIII who gave birth to his only acknowledged illegitimate son, Henry Fitzroy. Discover their relationship, his titles, his marriage and his death.
Aug 17, 2023 · Elizabeth Blount, a lady-in-waiting at the Tudor court, became one of the most talked-about figures of her time due to her relationship with King Henry VIII. Born into the Blount family of ...
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Oct 8, 2022 · Elizabeth Blount (c. 1502 - 1539/1540) [1], who was better known by her nickname of "Bessie", was a mistress of Henry VIII of England. She was the daughter of Sir John Blount and Catherine Pershall, of Kinlet, Shropshire.
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Jun 30, 2017 · Learn about Elizabeth Blount, one of the few documented mistresses of King Henry VIII and the mother of his only acknowledged illegitimate son, Henry Fitzroy. Discover her life, marriage, and relationship with the king and his court.
Elizabeth Blount (c. 1498 /c. 1500 /c. 1502 – 1539/1540), often called Bessie Blount, was famous for having an affair with King Henry VIII of England.
