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Aug 2023
58m 36s

Anne Boleyn part 1 for Tudor Week!

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Who's that girl? It's Anne! Anne Boleyn is one of the most infamous figures in British history. Her short life is often defined by her marriage to King Henry VIII, her role in the English Reformation, and ultimately, her execution. However, in this episode (part of our Tudor Week celebration), we are taking it back to where it all began. At some place in so ... Show More
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