Henry VIII26 December 1546
Henry VIII revises his will to confirm Edward, Mary and Elizabeth in the succession.
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Henry VIII revises his will to confirm Edward, Mary and Elizabeth in the succession.
The succession provisions follow the Third Succession Act and place Edward first in line.
The will names a council to govern during Prince Edward's minority.
Henry VIII's will is finalised before his death and later used to govern the succession.
Henry VIII's will uses statutory authority to confirm Edward, Mary and Elizabeth in the Tudor succession.
Elizabeth & Mary are left an income of 3,000 pounds pa until they marry
The will takes effect after Henry VIII dies, leaving the Crown to Edward VI under a regency council.
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