Name: Why Henry VIIIs Royal Vault Does Not Stink Of His Rotting Corpse @Skye.School
Uploaded: 2026-08-19T01:29:31-0400
Duration: 8 min 17 s
Description: When King Henry VIII died on 28 January 1547, his body began the same natural process that happens to every human body after death. Despite being one of the most powerful kings in English history, Henry could not escape decomposition. His corpse was prepared for an elaborate royal funeral and eventually buried beneath St George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle.

The Worst Discoveries From Opened Royal Vaults @Skye.School

Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 day ago

Throughout the centuries and History, there have been many Kings and Queens who had their coffins broken into and their tombs raided. This included Medieval monarchs, but often what was found within the coffins was shocking. This includes stolen bones and much more!

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