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Thomas Cromwell

This character is a blacksmith’s son who becomes one of the most powerful men in England. Charges are brought against him by his enemies and he is executed.

Henry VIII

This character is the King of England. He marries many times and has some of his wives executed.

Mary

This character is the daughter of the King of England and his first wife. She is declared illegitimate, but she eventually takes the throne for a time. She dies alone and childless.

Lord Norfolk

This character is the uncle of the second Queen of England. He influences the king to marry another one of his nieces.

Thomas "Call-Me" Wriothesely

This character has a nickname because his surname is so difficult to pronounce. He betrays his master.

Stephen Gardiner

This character is a bishop who espouses Catholic beliefs. He and a duke conspire to have a rival executed...

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