Pilgrimage of Grace

The Pilgrimage of Grace was a major rebellion in 1536-1537 in Northern England, where thousands of common people protested against King Henry VIII's religious reformation and the dissolution of monasteries. They sought to preserve traditional church practices and resist government policies they saw as disruptive and unjust. The uprising involved marches and armed clashes, ultimately being suppressed with severe penalties. It reflected widespread dissatisfaction with changes imposed by the monarchy, highlighting the social and religious tensions during England’s Reformation period.