The Tudor Minute

Tudor Minute December 3: Henry gives a moment of grace


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Today in 1536 Henry proclaimed that the rebels in the Pilgrimage of Grace would be offered a pardon if they submitted to Henry’s officers in the region. In this proclamation, Henry also said that he would hold a Parliament at York, which was one of the major demands of the rebels. The rebels did disperse, happy with what seemed like a recognition of their grievances, and believing that they would be heard. Henry also asked one of the leaders, Robert Aske, to come to London to discuss the grievances directly with him.
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The Tudor MinuteBy Heather Teysko