June 26 - St Thomas More the Traitor

📜✨ On This Day in Tudor History: Sir Thomas More's Trial Approaches ✨📜

Journey back to June 26, 1535, when a new commission of oyer and terminer was appointed for Middlesex. This commission, tasked with trying Sir Thomas More for treason, ordered the Sheriff of Middlesex to assemble the Grand Jury on June 28th at Westminster Hall.

👨‍⚖️ What You'll Discover:
- The charges against Sir Thomas More for allegedly attempting to deprive King Henry VIII of his title as Supreme Head of the Church.
- More's steadfast refusal to answer directly when questioned by the King’s councillors on May 7th and June 3rd, expressing his determination to serve God and not meddle in such matters.
- The pivotal conversation on June 12th between More and Richard Rich, where More argued that subjects couldn't be forced by Parliament to recognize the King as Supreme Head of the Church.
- The details of the upcoming trial set for July 1st, with a high-profile commission including Sir Thomas Audley, the Duke of Norfolk, the Duke of Suffolk, and Thomas Cromwell, among others.

🌟 Why Watch?
Dive into the intense political and religious conflict of Tudor England. Understand the courage and conviction of Sir Thomas More as he faced trial for standing by his beliefs. Witness the intricate legal proceedings that marked this pivotal moment in history.

📅 Don't miss this gripping tale of faith, power, and defiance!
📺 Watch Now and explore the dramatic lead-up to Sir Thomas More's trial with me!

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