Henry VII: The Winter King
Author Thomas Penn takes an extraordinary journey into the dark and chilling world of the first Tudor, Henry VII. His investigations reveal the ruthless tactics this monarch used.
Author Thomas Penn takes an extraordinary journey into the dark and chilling world of the first Tudor, Henry VII. From his victory over Richard III at the Battle of Bosworth, to his secret death and the succession of his son Henry VIII, the film reveals the ruthless tactics Henry VII used to win - and cling on to - the ultimate prize, the throne of England. Exploring magnificent buildings and long-lost documents, Penn reveals the true story of this suspicious, enigmatic and terrifying monarch.
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Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4: Great Lives - Henry VII
Former chancellor George Osborne nominates Henry VII, founder of the Tudor dynasty.
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Backdating Henry's reign
Duration: 02:39
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Oh Minnows
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Rakaa
Observatory (feat. Mad Lion)
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Thomas Penn |
| Executive Producer | Bill Locke |
Broadcasts
Thu 30 May 2013 21:00- Sat 13 Feb 2016 19:00Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Two Scotland
- Sat 13 Feb 2016 19:30Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Two except Scotland & Wales
- Sun 28 Feb 2016 17:00Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Two Wales
- Tue 19 Sep 2017 21:00
- Wed 20 Sep 2017 01:25
- Thu 31 May 2018 00:00