Ralph Wulford, Pretender, died 1499
Ralph Wulford or Wilford, was the son of a cordwainer (shoemaker). He may have been born in London, or he may have been a member of the Wilford family from Kent. Nothing is known of … Read more
Pretender
King Henry VII 1457 – 1509 Biography
King Henry VII was the first Tudor monarch. He came to the throne in 1485 after winning the Battle of Bosworth Field. His reign laid the foundation for the Tudor dynasty. Background King Henry … Read more
Perkin Warbeck 1474 – 1499
Early Life The origins of the pretender Perkin Warbeck are not known for sure. Historians have used information from the confession he made in 1497 to piece together his early life. Perkin Warbeck stated … Read more
Lambert Simnel 1477 – 1534
Early Years Lambert Simnel was born around 1477. It is thought that his father was either an organ maker, a joiner or a baker. Lambert was educated by Richard Symonds, a priest from Oxford. Symonds … Read more
Henry VII Chronology 1497 – 1498
A chronology for the years 1497 and 1498 for Henry VII’s reign showing dates, events and details.
Henry VII Chronology 1495 – 1496
A chronology for the years 1495 and 1496 for Henry VII’s reign showing dates, events and details.
Henry VII Chronology 1493 – 1494
A chronology for the years 1493 and 1494 for Henry VII’s reign showing dates, events and details.
Henry VII Chronology 1491 – 1492
