Henry VIII: The Mind of a Tyrant

David Starkey

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To mark the 500th anniversary of Henry VIII's accession to the throne, Dr David Starkey travels across Europe to understand the inner life of this feared English king

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  • The Five Wounds Image of Christ on the cross

    An artefact important to the young Henry could help explain his actions as an adult

    1:56

    Series 1, Episode 4, Tyrant (1533-1547)

  • Island Fortress A British fortress

    Henry's focus on the defence of his kingdom was instrumental in the birth of the Royal Navy

    2:02

    Series 1, Episode 4, Tyrant (1533-1547)

  • The Power of Love Portrait of Henry

    Henry moved heaven and earth to marry Anne Boleyn, and then had her executed

    2:06

    Series 1, Episode 3, Lover (1526-1536)

  • His Brother's Wife London

    The case to annul Henry's first marriage hinged on a single verse from the Bible

    1:50

    Series 1, Episode 3, Lover (1526-1536)

  • The Young King An actor portrays the young Henry

    With so much focus on his bad points, it's easy to forget Henry's many talents

    1:58

    Series 1, Episode 2, Warrior (1509-1525)

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Thursday 09 July

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