Henry VIII

Henry VIII was the King of England from 1509 to 1547, known for his six marriages and his role in the English Reformation. He famously sought to annul his first marriage to Catherine of Aragon, leading to a break with the Roman Catholic Church and the establishment of the Church of England. This significant religious shift allowed him to marry Anne Boleyn. Henry's reign was marked by political intrigue, the consolidation of royal power, and the expansion of the English navy. His legacy includes the profound changes in religion and governance that shaped modern Britain.