The House of Tudor was a significant dynasty in English history that ruled England from 1485 to 1603. This royal house was established when Henry Tudor, known as Henry VII, ascended to the throne after winning the Battle of Bosworth Field. The Tudor dynasty marked the end of the Wars of the Roses and the beginning of a new era in England.
The House of Tudor consisted of five monarchs. Henry VII was followed by his son, Henry VIII, arguably one of the most renowned kings in English history. Henry VIII's reign was marked by his marital difficulties, the separation from the Roman Catholic Church, and the establishment of the Church of England.
Following Henry VIII, his son Edward VI briefly ruled before his untimely death, leading to the ascension of Henry VIII's eldest daughter, Mary I. Known as "Bloody Mary" due to her strict counter-reformation policies, her reign was characterized by persecution of Protestants.
Mary I was succeeded by her half-sister, Elizabeth I, whose rule is often referred to as the "Golden Age" of English history. Elizabeth I is celebrated for her leadership, diplomacy, and patronage of the arts.
The last monarch of the House of Tudor was James VI of Scotland, who became James I of England after the death of Elizabeth I. This marked the beginning of the Stuart dynasty, ultimately bringing an end to the rule of the Tudors in England. Despite their tumultuous and complex reigns, the House of Tudor had a profound impact on England, leaving behind a lasting legacy in politics, religion, and culture.
