Anne of Cleves

Anne of Cleves Dates: conceived September 22, 1515 (?), passed on July 16, 1557Married Henry VIII of England on January 6, 1540, separated (repealed) July 9, 1540 Known for: securely separating from Henry and enduring Otherwise called: Anna von Jã ¼lich-Kleve-Berg Parentage: Like every one of the spouses of Henry VIII, just as Henry himself, Anne could guarantee plummet from Englands King Edward I. Father: John III the Peaceful, Duke of Cleves (kicked the bucket 1538) (he was a descendent of John the Fearless, Duke of Burgundy)Mother: Maria of Jã ¼lich-BergBrother: William the Rich, Duke of Jã ¼lich-Cleves-BergSister: Sybille, wedded to John Frederick, Elector of Saxony, Champion of the Reformation Anne was, as a little youngster, informally pledged to Francis, beneficiary to the Duke of Lorraine. About Anne of Cleves Jane Seymour, Henry VIIIs cherished third spouse, had kicked the bucket. France and the Holy Roman Empire were fashioning a coalition. Despite the fact that Jane Seymour had brought forth a child, Henry realized that he required more children to guarantee the progression. His consideration turned towards a little German state, Cleves, which may demonstrate a strong Protestant partner. Henry sent his court painter Hans Holbein to paint the representations of the princesses Anne and Amelia. Henry chose Anne as his next spouse. Not long after the wedding, if not previously, Henry was searching indeed for a separation. He was pulled in to Catherine Howard, the political reason for the match was no longer as solid an inspiration since France and the Holy Roman Empire were does not partner anymore, and he discovered Anne both uncultured and ugly he is said to have called her Mare of Flanders. Anne, completely mindful of Henrys conjugal history, participated in an abrogation, and resigned from court with the title Kings Sister. Henry gave her Hever Castle, where he had charmed Anne Boleyn, as her home. Her position and fortune made her an incredible free lady, however there was little chance to exercise such influence in any open circle. Anne become friends with Henrys youngsters, riding in the crowning celebration of Mary with Elizabeth. List of sources: Anne of Cleves: Fourth Wife of Henry VIII, Mary Saaler, 1995. This book covers Annes years after her separation, as one of the most impressive and well off ladies in the world.The Marrying of Anne of Cleves : Royal Protocol in Early Modern England, Retha Warnike. 2000.The Six Wives of Henry VIII, by Alison Weir, 1993.The Wives of Henry VIII, Antonia Fraser, 1993.Letters of the Queens of England 1100-1547, Anne Crawford, editorial manager, 1997. Incorporates Anne of Cleves.Holbein and the Court of Henry VIII: Drawings and Miniatures from the Royal Library Windsor Castle, Reto Niggl and Jane Roberts, 1997. Religion: Protestant (Lutheran)