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Secrets of Henry VIII's Palace

Season 1 Episode 4 | 55m 42s

Hampton Court is the ultimate royal pleasure palace — embodying the indulgent and grandiose kingship built by Cardinal Wolsey and developed by Henry VIII. Through its rooms, chart King Henry VIII’s decline from fit young warrior to bloated womanizer and recall the vivid stories of the ladies who became his queens.

Aired: 06/29/13 | Expires: 02/19/20
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