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5 unusual facts about Anne of Cleves


Anna of Cleves

Anne of Cleves (1515-1557), daughter of John III of Cleves, married to Henry VIII of England

Edmund Blackadder, Lord Blackadder

In fact, his father had blown the family fortune on wine, women and amateur dramatics and by the end of his life he was eking out a living doing humorous impressions of Anne of Cleves.

Edward Bayntun

Sir Edward was reinstated as to his post as vice-chamberlain when he was named to serve the next royal consort in time for the arrival of the suite of Anne of Cleves, Henry VIII's next wife.

George Ferrers

After Cromwell's fall, Ferrers entered the King's service, and was present at the reception of the King's fourth wife, Anne of Cleves.

Thomas Nevill

He is recorded as having received a New Year's gift from the King in 1533, and was among the courtiers present when Anne of Cleves was welcomed at Dover.


Charles de Marillac

He is known to have sent dispatches back to France detailing events such as the king's first meeting with Anne of Cleves and the demise of Thomas Cromwell.

Mary of Guelders

She was the daughter of Arnold, Duke of Guelders, and Catherine of Cleves, a great-aunt of Anne of Cleves.


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