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Podcast: British History: Royals, Rebels, and Romantics
Episode: Making Magnificence: The Tudor Royal Wardrobe
Description: To become a successful dynasty, the Tudors had to create an absolutely unassailable royal image. One of their primary tools was the royal wardrobe.With the numerous times the crown was seized in the 15th century, the notion of looking the part of King was incredibly important. Edward IV was determined to create an image that would reinforce his place on the English throne, wearing the finest clothing, jewels, and furs. Later, after another seizure of power, Henry VII would need to rely on Fortescue’s advice to create an image of unassailable royalty for himself and hi...