Why was Henry VIII given the title ‘Defender of the Faith’ in 1521?
On the 11th October 1521, Pope Leo X granted the title “Defender of the Faith” to King Henry VIII of England.
On the 11th October 1521, Pope Leo X granted the title “Defender of the Faith” to King Henry VIII of England.
Fantastic! I found this clip at the age of 74, on the Friday before the burial of Queen Elizabeth II. A simply superb piece of knowledge I am ashamed to admit I did not have until today. Thank you for posting.