Uncovering the First Tudor King: Henry VII

Who was Henry VII, and how did he change history forever? From his stunning victory at the Battle of Bosworth Field to his clever handling of rebellious pretenders and the economy, this video answers the top 10 most frequently asked questions about the first Tudor king.

Discover how he united England, secured the Tudor dynasty, and left a legacy that paved the way for iconic figures like Henry VIII and Elizabeth I.

Was he a cunning mastermind, a frugal ruler, or both? Dive in to uncover the truth behind the man who founded one of England’s most legendary dynasties!
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00:00 Introduction
00:37 Who was Henry VII, and how did he become king?
01:28 What was Henry VII's relationship with the Wars of the Roses?
02:26 Who did Henry VII marry, and why was it significant?
03:28 What were Henry VII’s key achievements as king?
04:17 How did Henry VII deal with pretenders like Lambert Simnel and Perkin Warbeck?
05:16 What was Henry VII like as a person?
08:02 What role did Henry VII play in the creation of the Tudor dynasty?
08:32 Where and when was Henry VII born?
08:51 How did Henry VII manage the economy?
09:59 When and how did Henry VII die?

[mandygray]

I love this subject and Elizabeth of York.

[laurieduerr]

I think the fact that he was an overall successful king is really amazing, given that he did not have any prior experience at the English court, when he took the throne!

[laurawaldie]

Thank you for this fabulous overview of Henry VII, Claire. You are a wonderful historian!

What I find fascinating is Henry VII and Elizabeth of York had a loving marriage and he never took a mistress (that has been recorded anyway). I think this is remarkable considering his son's treatment of women with 6 wives and many mistresses. Henry VII was devoted to Elizabeth and was utterly devastated by her passing. Henry VII and Henry VIII were polar opposites when it came to marriage!

[conniebennett]

Thank you so much for this. King Henry VII and Elizabeth of York are my 16th great grandparents.

[kathrynhoward]

My in-laws live on the street where Pembroke Castle is and I love visiting it, a wonderful castle full of history x

[octavianpopescu]

In my view he was the best of the Tudor monarchs and allow me to add one more fact: for anyone familiar with the "A Song of Ice and Fire" book series and the "Game of Thrones" TV show, he's the main inspiration for the character of Daenerys Targaryen. On the run ever since he (she) was a child, chased by agents of the existing monarch, returning from exile with an army to take the throne, fighting under a banner with a red dragon on it.

[msrainbowbrite]

the Princes in the tower and Perkin Warbeck lives rent free in my head. i am soo interested to know what Elizabeth of York felt about her potential brother. did she think Perkin wasn't her brother? did she think he was her brother?

[bryanlorang]

Thanks for sharing. Wishing you a happy holiday season 🎄🎅❄

[darlenefarmer]

Hi Claire! Pls speak as to how you believe (via your historical knowledge) Henry VII/his wife would feel about Henry VIII ref his wife jumping, wives executed, close associates executed, dissolution of the monasteries, financial matters, separation from Rome, etc...etc...Thanks so much😊

[dzas]

Henry 7'th mother, Margaret Beaufort was quite a political figure of her time She is believed to have played a significant tole in uniting the houses of Lancaster and York. I wonder what was the role of this ambitious woman during the rule of her son. Some say it was she who actually pulled the strings and orchestrated the royal policies.

[norbertlewandowski]

I think it's interesting how Henry VII and Henry VIII are almost complete opposites.

[irmaksaknc]

Hi Claire, great video as always. Do you think Perkin could actually be Richard? I don't really think so but I would love to hear your opinion

[Odanti]

I loved your video, Claire .
Herny vll and Elizabeth of York, I'm very interested in knowing more.
Margaret Beaufort is fascinating to me.
I would love it if you can do a video on her.
Merry Christmas...Claire, and to your family.
Hug and Kiss Teasel for me.
❄️☃️❄️☃️❄️☃️❄️
Blessings,
❤️🙏❤️

[cplmpcocptcl]

He has my respect for being faithful to his wife.
Mad respect.