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King Henry VI
HENRY VI (1421 - 1471) King of England
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This striking portrait depicts King Henry VI of England (1421-1471), a monarch whose reign was marked by political instability and the Wars of the Roses. Henry was the eldest son of Henry V, who had left a strong military and political legacy, but Henry VI proved to be a weak and indecisive leader. Born in Windsor Castle, Henry succeeded his father in 1422 at the age of just nine months. During his minority, the Duke of Gloucester, later Richard III, served as regent. Henry's marriage to Margaret of Anjou in 1445 brought about a period of relative stability, but it was short-lived. The first signs of Henry's mental instability emerged in the late 1440s, and his reign became increasingly chaotic. The Wars of the Roses, a series of conflicts between the houses of Lancaster and York for the English throne, began during Henry's reign and lasted intermittently until 1485. Despite his weaknesses, Henry was a learned and pious king. He was known for his patronage of the arts and scholarship, and he founded Eton College and King's College, Cambridge. This portrait, which dates from the late 15th or early 16th century, shows Henry in regal attire, wearing a crown and holding a scepter. His expression is serious, and his gaze is steady, suggesting a sense of determination in the face of adversity. Despite the challenges of his reign, Henry VI remains an important figure in English history. His reign marked the end of the House of Lancaster and the beginning of the House of York, and it set the stage for the Tudor dynasty. This portrait offers a glimpse into the complex and fascinating world of medieval England and the enigmatic king who ruled during a time of great upheaval.
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