Anne of Cleves
Queen consort of England (1515–1557)
1515 — 1557
Quick Facts
Profession
Queen consort of England (1515–1557)
Born
July 8, 1515
Died
1557 (age ~42)
Name Origin
French
Timeline
aristocrat
United Duchies of Jülich-Cleves-BergBorn in DüsseldorfDied in London
1515
Born in Düsseldorf (1515-07-08)
1540
PositionConsort of England
1557
Died in London
About
Anne of Cleves was Queen of England from 6 January to 12 July 1540 as the fourth wife of Henry VIII. Born in Düsseldorf to the House of La Marck, little is known about Anne before 1527, when she became betrothed to Francis, Duke of Bar, son and heir of Antoine, Duke of Lorraine, although their marriage did not proceed.
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Who is Anne of Cleves?+
Anne of Cleves was Queen of England from 6 January to 12 July 1540 as the fourth wife of Henry VIII. Born in Düsseldorf to the House of La Marck, little is known about Anne before 1527, when she became betrothed to Francis, Duke of Bar, son and heir of Antoine, Duke of Lorraine, although their marri
What does the name Anne mean?+
The name Anne means "A female given name from French.. Etymology: Medieval Danish variant of Anna.". It is of French origin.
When was Anne of Cleves born?+
Anne of Cleves was born on July 8, 1515.
When did Anne of Cleves die?+
Anne of Cleves died in 1557, at approximately 42 years of age.
Name Meaning
A female given name from French.. Etymology: Medieval Danish variant of Anna.
The name Anne is of French origin, meaning "A female given name from French.. Etymology: Medieval Danish variant of Anna.". It is traditionally a female name.
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Anne — July 8, 1515
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Cancer
Nurturing, loyal, protective
Water · Moon · Jun 21 – Jul 22
Chinese Zodiac
Pig
Compassionate, generous, diligent
Wood · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
12 Manik
Deer — grace, healing, gentleness
Celtic Tree
Holly
Noble, leader, strategist
Ogham: Tinne · Jul 8 – Aug 4
Birthstone: Ruby — Passion, vitality
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