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The Reign Of King Henry VIII
When Henry VII died in 1509, there was an 18 year old prince ready and eager to step up and become king.(BIO) He was primarily known for his hobbies and interests with hunting and dancing, he later was named the king. This person was to be called King Henry VIII. In this lifetime it was common for men to take their siblings partner and making them their own wives. This was something Henry was very anxious to do. But for King Henry to do such a thing he would need permission from the Pope.(BBC) Needing to get this permission Henry impatiently thought of a way to be able to marry his brothers widow. He was able to get the papal dispensation which then allowed him to marry his brothers wife, Catherine of Argon. Being married to Catherine was
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