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About Henry VII of England
Henry VII of England reigned as King of England from 1485 to 1509. He became King after defeating King Richard III at the Battle of Bosworth Field, making him the last King of England to become King through the battle field.
Family Life
He was the son of Margaret Beaufort, Countess of Richmond and Edmund Tudor, 1st Earl of Richmond. In 1486, he married Elizabeth of York, with whom he fathered seven children: Arthur Tudor, Prince of Wales, Margaret Tudor, Henry VIII, King of England, Elizabeth Tudor, Mary Tudor, Edmund Tudor, Edmund Tudor, Duke of Somerset and Katherine Tudor. He and Elizabeth remained married until her death in 1503.
Trivia
He was said to have fathered an illegitimate son, Sir Roland de Velville in 1474.
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F.A.Q. about Henry VII of England
When is his birthday?
Henry VII of England's birthday is on January 28, 1457.
In how many days is his birthday?
Henry's birthday is in 60 days
How old was Henry when he died?
He was 52 years old.
When did he die?
He died in April 21, 1509.
Where was Henry from?
He was born in Pembroke Castle, Wales.