Globe Theatre Facts
Here are some facts about the Globe Theatre, London. The original Globe Theatre stood in Southwark, London, on the south bank of the River Thames. Today, an accurate replica stands on the site of the...
View ArticleSpanish Armada: Facts and Information
Here are some facts about the Spanish Armada. The Spanish Armada was a fleet of ships which fought against England in 1588. The intention of King Phillip II of Spain was to overthrow the Queen of...
View ArticleKing Edward VI: Facts and Information
Here are some facts about Edward VI, King of England and Ireland. Edward VI was born on 12th October 1537 in Hampton Court Palace, England. His father was Henry VIII and his mother was Jane Seymour....
View ArticlePieter Bruegel: Facts and Information
Here are some facts about Pieter Bruegel the Elder. Pieter Bruegel was a Flemish Renaissance painter, who lived from about 1525 to 1569. He is well known for his paintings of peasants and landscapes....
View ArticleSir Walter Raleigh: Facts and Information
Here are some facts about Sir Walter Raleigh. Walter Raleigh was an English aristocrat, writer and explorer. He is best known for establishing an early colony in the New World and for bringing tobacco...
View ArticleMartin Luther: Facts and Information
Here are some facts about Martin Luther. Martin Luther was a 16th century German professor of religion, and a Catholic priest. He is best known for beginning the Protestant Reformation in Europe. He...
View ArticleHans Holbein: Facts and Information
Here are some facts about Hans Holbein. Hans Holbein was a German print maker and artist and one of the greatest 16th century portrait painters. He is often called the Hans Holbein the Younger; his...
View ArticleRichmond Palace: Facts and Information
Here are some facts about Richmond Palace. Richmond Palace was built by Henry VII in the early 1500s. It was built on the site of a former palace. It is located on the south bank of the River Thames in...
View ArticleTudor Music: Facts and Information
Here are some facts about music in Tudor times. Tudor music was important in both everyday life and religious life. Musicians were often supported by the Church or the city, and were in demand at...
View ArticleGreenwich Palace: Facts and Information
Here are some facts about Greenwich Palace. Greenwich Palace was built during the 15th century by Humphrey, the Duke of Gloucester. It was located on the south bank of the River Thames in Greenwich,...
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