Edward VI of England

Edward VI of England was King of England and Ireland from 1547 to 1553, when he died.

He was England's first King raised as a Protestant. England and Ireland were actually governed by a Regency Council, because he never reached his majority. His brief reign was marked by economic problems and a war with Scotland.

He was the son of Henry VIII and Jane Seymour. He fell ill and died at the age of 15. His last words were: "I am faint. Lord, have mercy upon me and take my spirit". He had also whispered to his tutor: "I am glad to die".

Edward VI of England was a famous King of England and Ireland, who was born on October 12, 1537. As a person born on this date, Edward VI of England is listed in our database as the 4th most popular celebrity for the day (October 12).

People born on October 12 fall under the Zodiac sign of Libra, the Scales. Edward VI of England is the 147th most popular Libra.

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