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Embarcation of King Henry VIII from Dover, 1520
Embarcation of King Henry VIII from Dover, 31 May 1520, for his meeting in France with Francis I at the Field of the Cloth of Gold. Date: 1520
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Embarcation of King Henry VIII from Dover, 31 May 1520: A Grand Sight of Royal Splendor and Power This evocative image captures the moment of departure of King Henry VIII from Dover, England, on 31 May 1520, as he embarked on a historic journey to meet King Francis I of France at the Field of the Cloth of Gold. The Tudor monarch, resplendent in his royal robes, stands at the prow of his magnificent warship, surrounded by his retinue and courtiers. The ships in the background, filled with supplies and soldiers, ready to set sail, illustrate the vast resources and military might of the English monarchy. The English coastline, with its rugged cliffs and the white cliffs of Dover in the distance, serves as a dramatic backdrop to the scene. The sea, calm and serene, reflects the grandeur of the moment, as the king and his entourage bid farewell to their homeland. The ships, with their tall masts and full sails, are poised to take on the Channel, symbolizing the beginning of a new adventure and the start of a significant diplomatic and military alliance between England and France. The Embarcation of King Henry VIII from Dover, 1520, is a testament to the power and grandeur of the Tudor monarchy and the significance of this period in English history. The image captures the sense of anticipation and excitement that accompanied such a momentous event, as the king set sail on a journey that would shape the course of English history for years to come.
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