But tensions with France and the presence of Charles V cause Henry to question his choices.
Particularly when Charles reminds Henry how much Wolsey is overstepping his bounds.
Meanwhile, back in London, civil unrest and xenophobia spark violence in response to economic troubles.
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Lets get into some historical truths.
But Catherine has her own plans, inviting Charles along as a potential match for her Mary.
Because Catherine would rather have an alliance with Spain than France, duh.
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Oh, and that will stick it to Wolsey.
Which, as you might imagine, pisses Henry off.
This was a real and extravagant event that was basically a pissing contest between France and England.
Each nation invested in a lavish and expensive display of wealth in their tents and tournament proceedings.
In the episode, Henry and Francis engage in a wrestling contest, here to defend Catherines honor.
It turns sour fast when Henry loses.
The King of France and England really got down in the mud and had a wrestling match.
She ended up marrying neither.
Maggie is a pillar of support for the young girl here, and thats true to real life.
In 1520, she was even appointed Marys governess for a time.
She also proved a fierce defender of the princess after Catherine and Henrys divorce.
as if she were a boy.
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Things seem to only get worse for Meg in Scotland.
But shell stop at nothing and even turns to Albany to lobby him to use his influence in Rome.
The real Margaret was also consumed with the idea of getting a divorce.
This frightens Lina, as she fears she, Oviedo, and their children are targets as Spanish Muslims.
Then, May Day was not known as a workers day of activism, but a day of festivity.
Thomas More, who was then under-sheriff of London, tried to quiet the mob but was unsuccessful.
In actuality, some rioters were executed for their actions.
Bet you didnt think Tudor history was so relevant, huh?
