May 17 - The Duke of Buckingham and his Plantagenet blood

-The Tragic Fall of Edward Stafford, Duke of Buckingham | On This Day in Tudor History

On this day in Tudor history, 17th May 1521, Edward Stafford, 3rd Duke of Buckingham, met his tragic end on Tower Hill. As a man of royal blood and significant influence, his rise and fall were marked by the turbulent politics of the Tudor court.

I explore the dramatic events that led to Buckingham's arrest and execution for treason. Despite his prestigious lineage and early favor with King Henry VIII, Buckingham’s ambitions and connections made him a target in the perilous world of Tudor politics.

Join me as I uncover:

Buckingham's illustrious family background and his rise in the Tudor court
The charges of treason against him and the investigation ordered by Henry VIII
His arrest, trial, and the testimonies that sealed his fate
The final moments of his life and his execution on Tower Hill

Dive into this gripping episode to learn more about the complex and often dangerous nature of Tudor loyalty and ambition. Don't miss out on this dramatic story from the annals of Tudor history!

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