In 1534 Alice Tankerville was imprisoned in the Tower, apparently in the Cold Harbour Gate, for financial offences. She escaped with the help of one of her guards, the only escapee in Henry's time.

In 1534 Alice Tankerville was imprisoned in the Tower, apparently in the Cold Harbour Gate, for financial offences. She escaped with the help of one of her guards, the only escapee in Henry's time.

In 1534 Alice Tankerville was imprisoned in the Tower, apparently in the Cold Harbour Gate, for financial offences. She escaped with the help of one of her guards, the only escapee in Henry's time.

Tower of London - Alice Tankerville

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