August 4, 2010

Baroness and Governess

Lady Margaret (Bouchier) Bryan
1468-1552

Governess to the King Henry VIII's four acknowledged children: Mary, Elizabeth, Edward and his illegitimate son, Henry Fitzroy, 1st Duke of Richmond and Somerset

Made a Baroness in her own right in 1512

Mother to Elizabeth Carew, King Henry VIII's first mistress

My great (14 times) grandmother

For those who were fans of the show, The Tudors, this was her:

1 comment:

Cole said...

Awesome family history you are finding! ::mingle::