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Henry VII and the start of the Tudors

Henry VII or Henry Tudor did not have a strong line to the throne but after defeating Richard III, and marrying Elizabeth of York his reign started a 117 year period of Tudors. He was the last English Monarch to win the crown in battle but due to him being careful and clever he created a strong and secure country. He was a Lancaster but by marrying Elizabeth of York he ended a 30 year…

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