Birthdate: June 28, 1491
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Kent, England
Died: January 28, 1547
Henry VIII of England was a transformative monarch who played a key role in the English Reformation. He separated the Church of England from papal authority, appointing himself as the Supreme Head. Henry expanded royal power by introducing the theory of divine right of kings. He used charges of treason and heresy to suppress dissent, often resulting in executions without trials. Additionally, he brought about significant changes to the Constitution, dissolved monasteries, and implemented financial reforms to boost royal revenue. Henry’s reign was characterized by extravagance, costly wars, and notable political and religious upheaval.
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