thomas cranmer
Mary I of England

The burning of Thomas Cranmer

Thomas Cranmer was born on 2 July 1489  in Aslockton in England. His parents were Thomas and Agnes Cranmer, who were of modest wealth. He had at least two brothers. Thomas Cranmer came into Mary’s life when he was assisting with the annulment proceedings between Mary’s parents, Henry VIII and Catherine of Aragon. He discussed [read more]