The Reformation

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To strengthen the monarchy, King Henry VII curbed the power of the nobles and built up the authority of the central administration of England. He also worked on domestic financial stability to put the Crown on a stronger footing. His son, Henry VIII, continued consolidating the monarchy’s power.

Henry VIII ruled England from 21 April 1509 until his death on 28 January 1547.
Henry VIII ruled England from 21 April 1509 until his death on 28 January 1547.

Breaking from the Church

Henry VIII is best known for breaking from the Church in Rome and for marrying six times. When the Pope refused to annul Henry’s marriage, he created the Church of England, placing the king – not the Pope – in charge of how people should worship and who should be appointed bishop.