George Boleyn has gone down in history as being the brother of the ill-fated Queen Anne Boleyn, second wife of Henry VIII, and for being executed for treason, after being found guilty of incest and of conspiring to kill the King.
This biography allows George to step out of the shadows and brings him to life as a court poet, royal favourite, keen sportsman, talented diplomat and loyal brother. Clare Cherry and Claire Ridgway chart his life from his spectacular rise in the 1520s to his dramatic fall and tragic end in 1536.
Did Anne Boleyn and George Boleyn have an unnatural relationship?
In May 1536, Queen Anne Boleyn and George Boleyn, Lord Rochford, were accused of committing incest. They were found guilty of it, along with conspiring to kill the king, and ...executed by beheading. It is something that has been popularised in some works of fiction and movies, but is it true?
Was Anne Boleyn desperate enough to provide King Henry VIII with a son that she turned to her own brother for help?
Did Anne Boleyn really commit incest with her brother, George Boleyn?
On what evidence was the charge based?
In this instalment of her Questions about Anne Boleyn series, Claire Ridgway, author of "The Fall of Anne Boleyn: A Countdown" and co-author of "George Boleyn: Tudor Poet, Courtier and Diplomat", explores just what happened at their trials in 1536 and whether the charge has any basis in fact.
Did Anne Boleyn and George Boleyn have an unnatural relationship?
In May 1536, Queen Anne Boleyn and George Boleyn, Lord Rochford, were ...
In May 1536, Queen Anne Boleyn and George Boleyn, Lord Rochford, were accused of committing incest. They were found guilty of it, along with conspiring to kill the king, and ...executed by beheading. It is something that has been popularised in some works of fiction and movies, but is it true?
Was Anne Boleyn desperate enough to provide King Henry VIII with a son that she turned to her own brother for help?
Did Anne Boleyn really commit incest with her brother, George Boleyn?
On what evidence was the charge based?
In this instalment of her Questions about Anne Boleyn series, Claire Ridgway, author of "The Fall of Anne Boleyn: A Countdown" and co-author of "George Boleyn: Tudor Poet, Courtier and Diplomat", explores just what happened at their trials in 1536 and whether the charge has any basis in fact.
November 11 - A stressed George Boleyn, Lord Rochford
⚓ On This Day in Tudor History: Diplomatic Drama and the French Snub ⚓ ...
⚓ On This Day in Tudor History: Diplomatic Drama and the French Snub ⚓
On 11th November 1534, French Admiral Philippe de Chabot arrived in England on a high-stakes diplomatic mission ...to renew Anglo-French relations amidst England’s growing isolation. But tensions were high as George Boleyn, Anne Boleyn’s brother, wrestled with the monumental task of escorting the Admiral—and his huge entourage—all the way to London.
Things took an unexpected turn when France threw their support behind Mary, Henry’s daughter by Catherine of Aragon, casting doubts on Elizabeth’s legitimacy and shocking both Anne and George. Join me as I dive into the fascinating letters and behind-the-scenes details of this delicate mission—and Anne’s last-ditch efforts to win over the French.
Book recommendation - George Boleyn: Tudor Poet, Courtier and Diplomat by Clare Cherry and Claire Ridgway.
Also on this day in Tudor history, 11th November 1541, the feast of Martinmas, King Henry VIII’s council sent Archbishop Thomas Cranmer a letter containing instructions to move Queen Catherine Howard from Hampton Court Palace to Syon House, formerly Syon Abbey.
Find out more about the instructions that Cranmer was given, what the queen was sent for her time at Syon, what else happened on this day in 1541, and hear some trivia about the people in charge of Catherine's household at Syon, in last year’s video - https://youtu.be/y9k104vsC6I
Claire is the founder of the Tudor Society, an online membership site for those who love Tudor history. There, you can learn from Claire and many other expert historians and authors, enjoy Tudor-focused magazines and live Q&A sessions with experts, and have access to all kinds of talks, articles, quizzes, virtual tours and more. Try it with a 14-day free trial - https://www.tudorsociety.com/signup/
Claire has written some bestselling Tudor history books:
The Order of the Garter: Intrigue and Influence on St. George's Day ...
The Order of the Garter: Intrigue and Influence on St. George's Day 🏰⚔️
Join me as I journey back to Tudor England on St. George's Day, April 23rd, 1536, a pivotal ...moment in the reign of Henry VIII and the Boleyn family. Delve into the political machinations surrounding the Order of the Garter, the highest honour of chivalry, and the dramatic events leading up to George Boleyn's fateful snub in favour of Nicholas Carew.
Uncover the complex web of alliances, promises, and rivalries that shaped this historic decision, and explore its far-reaching consequences for the Boleyns and the Tudor court. Discover how Carew's rise to favour ultimately ended in tragedy, reflecting the precarious nature of power in Henry's volatile court. Don't miss this compelling tale of ambition, betrayal, and royal favour. 🌟🗡️
Today is also the anniversary of the birth and death of William Shakespeare in 1564 and 1616. Find out more about the Bard in last year’s video - https://youtu.be/a1HLH5iIhMM
👑 Unlock the fascinating tale of King Henry VIII's quest for supremacy ...
👑 Unlock the fascinating tale of King Henry VIII's quest for supremacy in the English church on this intriguing Tudor journey! 🏰✨
On the 11th of February 1531, a pivotal moment ...unfolded as convocation granted Henry VIII the unprecedented title of "singular protector, supreme lord, and even, so far as the law of Christ allows, supreme head of the English church and clergy." 📜👑 This historic declaration emerged during the King's Great Matter, a relentless pursuit for an annulment that would reshape the course of Tudor history.
Delve into the pages of George Boleyn's persuasive role, as portrayed in "George Boleyn: Tudor Poet, Courtier and Diplomat," co-authored by a passionate duo. George, a member of the Privy Council, became the voice articulating the scriptural case for the king's supremacy before convocation.
Witness the tense interactions between George Boleyn and Convocation, where Henry strategically used the young envoy as a buffer, emphasizing the Boleyns' rising prominence. The clergy's initial resistance and the subsequent amendments to the wording reveal the intricate dance between royal demands and religious convictions.
As the Act of Supremacy in November 1534 solidified Henry's authority, the Oath of Supremacy became a divisive force. Uncover the struggles faced by those, like the Carthusian monks and Sir Thomas More, who refused to sign the oath, leading to their tragic fate as traitors.
Join me in unravelling the complexities of Tudor politics and religious upheavals by clicking now! 🕊️👁️ #HenryVIII #TudorHistory #RoyalSupremacy 🌟👑
Find out more about what happened in today's talk from Claire Ridgway, co-author, along with Clare Cherry, of "George Boleyn: Tudor Poet, Courtier and Diplomat".
Also on this day in Tudor history, 11th February 1466, Elizabeth of York, wife of King Henry VII, was born. She also died on this day in history, 11th February 1503. Find out more in last year's video - https://youtu.be/FIeJtsYCvcU[+] Show More
15 May 1536 - The trials of Queen Anne Boleyn and George Boleyn, Lord Rochford
On this day in 1536, Queen Anne Boleyn and her brother, George Boleyn, ...
On this day in 1536, Queen Anne Boleyn and her brother, George Boleyn, Lord Rochford, were tried by a jury of their peers presided over by their own uncle, the ...Duke of Norfolk.
Did they have any hope of justice? What happened? What do the contemporary sources tell us? And what happened when George disobeyed an order?
Claire Ridgway, founder of the Anne Boleyn Files website, explains exactly what happened in today's video.
4 May 1536 - A message of comfort for George Boleyn
On this day in 1536, George Boleyn, Lord Rochford, received a message ...
On this day in 1536, George Boleyn, Lord Rochford, received a message of comfort from his wife, Jane Boleyn. What do we know about this message? Claire Ridgway, author of ..."The Fall of Anne Boleyn: A Countdown" and co-author of "George Boleyn: Tudor Poet, Courtier and Diplomat", shares what the contemporary sources tell us about the message and also what else happened on 4th May 1536.[+] Show More
May 2 - The arrests of Queen Anne Boleyn and George Boleyn, Lord Rochford
On this day in 1536, 2nd May, Queen Anne Boleyn was called before the ...
On this day in 1536, 2nd May, Queen Anne Boleyn was called before the king's council at Greenwich Palace, arrested and taken to the Tower of London. Her brother was ...apprehended at Whitehall and also taken to the Tower.
Claire Ridgway, author of "The Fall of Anne Boleyn: A Countdown", explains just what happened on this day in 1536 and also tells us about a meeting King Henry VIII had with his illegitimate son, Henry Fitzroy. http://getbook.at/fallanneboleyn[+] Show More
Clare Cherry talks about George Boleyn
Clare Cherry, author of "George Boleyn", talks about George, the ...
Clare Cherry, author of "George Boleyn", talks about George, the brother of Anne Boleyn.
You can get the book here: http://getbook.at/george-boleyn
The George Boleyn Interviews Part 9: Inaccuracies and Surprises
Claire Ridgway and Clare Cherry, authors of "George Boleyn: Tudor ...
Claire Ridgway and Clare Cherry, authors of "George Boleyn: Tudor Poet, Courtier & Diplomat" discuss the inaccuracies and surprises they discovered when researching George.
The George Boleyn Interviews Part 8: George and the fall of Anne Boleyn
Claire Ridgway and Clare Cherry discuss some of the reasons that ...
Claire Ridgway and Clare Cherry discuss some of the reasons that George Boleyn was dragged into Anne Boleyn's trial and fall.
The George Boleyn Interviews Part 7: Appearance and Character
Claire Ridgway and Clare Cherry discuss their findings on George ...
Claire Ridgway and Clare Cherry discuss their findings on George Boleyn's appearance and character, part of an interview series based on their book "George Boleyn: Tudor Poet, Courtier & Diplomat".
The George Boleyn Interviews Part 6: The Poetry of George Boleyn
In this interview, Claire Ridgway and Clare Cherry discuss what we ...
In this interview, Claire Ridgway and Clare Cherry discuss what we know of George Boleyn's poetry, and whether any of it still exists today.
