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3 days ago · Edward VI (12 October 1537 – 6 July 1553) was King of England and Ireland from 28 January 1547 until his death in 1553. He was crowned on 20 February 1547 at the age of nine. [a] The only surviving son of Henry VIII by his third wife, Jane Seymour, Edward was the first English monarch to be raised as a Protestant. [2]
3 days ago · Situation and Origin of the Name of Greenwich—Early History of the Place—The Murder of Archbishop Alphege—Encampments of the Danes—The Manor of Greenwich—The Building of Greenwich Palace, or "Placentia"—Jousts and Tournaments performed here in the Reign of Edward IV.—Henry VIII. at Greenwich—Festivities held here during this ...
5 days ago · May 26, 2024. From "Spare Heir" to Monarch. Henry VIII, one of England‘s most famous and controversial kings, was born on June 28, 1491 at Greenwich Palace. He was the second son of Henry VII, the first Tudor king, and his wife Elizabeth of York. At the time of his birth, young Henry was not expected to become king.
May 11, 2024 · The Most Secret Palaces in London: Eltham Palace. Photo: Eltham Palace. Eltham Palace and Gardens in Greenwich is one of the best examples we have of medieval royal palaces in London. This one is an English Heritage site, and no other palace, castle or stately home in London even remotely looks like Eltham Palace.
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6 days ago · Buckingham Palace, palace and London residence of the British sovereign. It is situated within the borough of Westminster. The palace takes its name from the house built (c. 1705) for John Sheffield, duke of Buckingham. It was bought in 1762 by George III for his wife, Queen Charlotte, and became
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May 23, 2024 · Greenwich-palace. Rebuilt by Humphrey Duke of Gloucester. Residence of the Kings of England at Greenwich. Birth of Henry VIII. Great feasts held at Greenwich by that monarch. First masquerade in England. Birth of Queen Mary. Birth and christening of Queen Elizabeth. A muster of the citizens, and tilting, before the Queen in Greenwich-park.
May 9, 2024 · Being one of the three Royal Boroughs in London (alongside Chelsea and Kensington and Kingston-Upon-Thames), it’s made quite a name for itself for its centuries of history, some of the most iconic London palaces and London markets. Plus, it’s only a stone’s throw from the very centre of London so what’s not to love!
