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Lady Jane Grey (1537-54) The Nine Days Queen. After the death of her ardently Protestant
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Lady Jane Grey (1537-54) The Nine Days Queen. After the death of her ardently Protestant
Lady Jane Grey (1537-54) The Nine Days Queen. After the death of her ardently Protestant cousin Edward VI, Jane was proclaimed queen of England by her ambitious father-in-law the Duke of Northumberland, although her claim was week. The claim of Henry VIIIs elder daughter prevailed and she was crowned Mary I. Jane was beheaded 12 February 1554. Wood engraving c1900
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This print showcases Lady Jane Grey, famously known as "The Nine Days Queen" who lived from 1537 to 1554. Following the untimely death of her Protestant cousin Edward VI, Lady Jane was declared the queen of England by her ambitious father-in-law, the Duke of Northumberland. However, her claim to the throne was tenuous at best. Ultimately, it was Henry VIII's elder daughter Mary I whose claim prevailed and she ascended to become Queen Mary I. Lady Jane Grey's tragic fate awaited her as she faced execution on February 12th, 1554. This wood engraving from around 1900 immortalizes her in history and captures the essence of a young woman caught up in a web of political intrigue and power struggles within English royalty. Despite ruling for only nine days, Lady Jane Grey left an indelible mark on British history. Her brief reign symbolized both religious turmoil and political manipulation during this tumultuous era. As a fervent Protestant herself, Lady Jane's ascent to power represented a hope for those seeking religious reform in England. This evocative image serves as a poignant reminder of Lady Jane Grey's tragic story - one that continues to captivate historians and enthusiasts alike with its blend of ambition, loyalty, and ultimately heart-wrenching demise.
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