He Was Not Impressed
In contrast, Henry did not appear to be impressed with Anne’s appearance or demeanor. Yes, according to novelist and historian John Schofield, the king believed his future wife was “nothing so fair as she hath been reported.” according to Schofield. Those who disagreed with Henry’s assessment of her appearance were swiftly corrected.
He Was Not Impressed
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Huge Age Gap
Despite Henry’s evident dissatisfaction with Anne’s appearance, the pair tied the knot on January 6, 1540. The 48-year-old king was more than twice Anne’s age at the time, making him old enough to be considered her biological father. Furthermore, if historical reports are to be believed, Henry was not at the peak of his physical fitness at the time.
Huge Age Gap
