EPISODE · Dec 27, 2021 · 10 MIN
Dynamic Duos: Henry the 8th and Matrimony
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Some dynamic duos are pairings of a person and an idea, and for England's King Henry VIII, the idea of wedded bliss - and a male heir to inherit his throne - became a quest beyond passion. Henry's six trips down the aisle created misery (or murder) for most of his wives, but the enduring tale is remembered even among schoolchildren today: Divorced, Beheaded, Died; Divorced, Beheaded, Survived.Advertise with us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Some dynamic duos are pairings of a person and an idea, and for England's King Henry VIII, the idea of wedded bliss - and a male heir to inherit his throne - became a quest beyond passion. Henry's six trips down the aisle created misery (or murder) for most of his wives, but the enduring tale is remembered even among schoolchildren today: Divorced, Beheaded, Died; Divorced, Beheaded, Survived.Advertise with us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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