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Henry FitzRoy is one of the most fascinating yet often forgotten members of the Tudor family. Although he was born outside marriage, he was openly acknowledged by his father, King Henry VIII, and for a time seemed destined for an extraordinary future. Some historians have even suggested that if Henry VIII had failed to produce a legitimate son, FitzRoy might eventually have been declared his heir.
Henry FitzRoy is one of the most fascinating yet often forgotten members of the Tudor family. Although he was born outside marriage, he was openly acknowledged by his father, King Henry VIII, and for a time seemed destined for an extraordinary future. Some historians have even suggested that if Henry VIII had failed to produce a legitimate son, FitzRoy might eventually have been declared his heir.
