Succession and Coronation of Edward VI
- When
- 1547
- Where
- England; Westminster Abbey, London
- Episodes
- 2
Edward VI succeeded Henry VIII on 28 January 1547 and was crowned at Westminster Abbey on 20 February 1547. The succession was managed by a council led by Edward Seymour to ensure stability for the nine-year-old monarch.
Episodes
- Accession to the Throne
Edward VI succeeded Henry VIII as King of England and Ireland on 28 January 1547.
- Coronation Ceremony
Edward VI was crowned at Westminster Abbey on 20 February 1547.
Background and detail
Succession to the Throne. Following Henry VIII's death, Edward VI became King of England and Ireland on 28 January 1547. As the only surviving son of Henry VIII and Jane Seymour, he was the first English monarch raised as a Protestant. His accession was carefully managed by those close to the throne to ensure a smooth transition.
Coronation Ceremony. Edward VI was crowned at Westminster Abbey on 20 February 1547 at the age of nine. The event included a procession from the Tower to the Palace of Westminster, featuring pageants inspired by those of Henry VI. Lord Chancellor Thomas Wriothesley had announced the king's death to Parliament on 31 January, preceding the coronation.
People involved
- Edward VI · King of England and Ireland
- Henry VIII · Predecessor King
- Edward Seymour · Duke of Somerset and Council Leader
- Thomas Wriothesley · Lord Chancellor
Sources
- Edward VI Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-18
- Coronation of Edward VI Wikipedia, revision of 2026-06-21
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