Henry VIII's six marriages were a turbulent and pivotal chapter in English history. His first wife, Catherine of Aragon, was unable to bear him a male heir, leading to his annulment and subsequent marriage to Anne Boleyn. Anne's execution for treason and the king's subsequent marriage to Jane Seymour resulted in the birth of his only legitimate son, Edward VI. After Jane's death, Henry married Anne of Cleves, but later divorced her due to her perceived unattractiveness. His fifth wife, Catherine Howard, was executed for adultery, while his sixth and final wife, Catherine Parr, outlived him and played a significant role in raising his children. Henry's relentless pursuit of a male heir and his tumultuous relationships with his spouses fundamentally shaped the political and religious landscape of Tudor England.
