Mary I Tudor (1516–1558) – the first crowned queen of England, remembered as Bloody Mary. Daughter of Henry VIII and Catherine of Aragon, she ruled from 1553 to 1558 and sought to restore Catholicism in England. Her reign was marked by religious persecution, political unrest, and a controversial marriage to Philip II of Spain. Though often judged harshly, Mary ruled in a time of deep division and uncertainty. A queen shaped by faith, fear, and power. #MaryITudor #BloodyMary #TudorEngland #Britis

2.8K views · 30 reactions | Learn why Mary I, “Bloody Mary” earned her notorious nickname, part of her role in the volatile rise of the Tudor dynasty. Visit The Tudors: Art and Majesty in Renaissance England exhibition, on view now through May 14th. Ticket link in bio. | The Cleveland Museum of Art | Facebook

7K views · 478 reactions | Today in 1553: Mary I makes her state entry into London. Mary rode into the city accompanied by her half-sister Elizabeth, and a procession of over 800 nobles and gentlemen. She was dressed in purple velvet and wore many jewels. Lady Jane Grey had been deposed from the throne a few days earlier and waited imprisoned in the Tower of London. This 16th century map of London was formally attributed to Ralph Agas. | Tower of London | Facebook