H Howard - Surrey - Rivers

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H Howard - Surrey - Rivers

Henry Howard (1517? - 1547), earl of Surrey, soldier, statesman and poet, whose political games led to his losing his head

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1. Title: "Henry Howard, Earl of Surrey: A Tragic Figure of Tudor Politics and Poetry" This evocative black-and-white photograph print captures the enigmatic and complex figure of Henry Howard, Earl of Surrey (1517?-1547). Born into the noble Howard family, Surrey was a versatile and talented man who excelled in various fields, including soldiery, statesmanship, and poetry. However, his political games and intrigues ultimately led to his tragic demise. Surrey's military prowess was evident from an early age. He saw action in France during the reign of Henry VIII and gained a reputation as a brave and capable soldier. In the realm, he served as a trusted advisor to the king and held several high-ranking positions, including Lord Chamberlain and Lord Privy Seal. However, Surrey's political ambitions and alliances often put him at odds with other powerful figures at the Tudor court. His marriage to Catherine Parr, the sixth wife of Henry VIII, further complicated his position. When Henry VIII died, Surrey supported the short-lived reign of Lady Jane Grey, only to switch allegiances to the victorious Mary I. Despite his political missteps, Surrey's poetic talents were widely admired. He was a leading figure in the English Poetic Revolution, and his translations of Petrarch's sonnets helped establish the sonnet form in English literature. Tragically, Surrey's political games caught up with him. In 1547, he was charged with treason and sentenced to death. He was beheaded on Tower Hill, bringing an untimely end to a life marked by talent, ambition, and misfortune. This haunting photograph print of Henry Howard, Earl of Surrey, serves as a poignant reminder of the tumultuous and unpredictable world of Tudor politics and the human cost of power struggles.

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