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What can a long-lost shipwreck reveal about Tudor England?

In this HistoryExtra podcast series, we're delving back into the fascinating history of Henry VIII's beloved Mary Rose, and uncovering the secrets this Tudor shipwreck has hidden out of reach for more than four centuries…

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Episode 1Raising the wreck.

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Episode 2The Tudor heyday of Henry VIII’s warship.

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Episode 3The fatal final moments.

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Episode 4Inside the Tudor treasure trove.

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Episode 5The mysterious men on-board.

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Episode 6Protecting the wreck.

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Six theoriesWhat caused the Mary Rose to sink?

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Portrait of Henry VIII, King of England from 1509-1547
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"Hopes and dreams"Why the Mary Rose was so important to Henry VIII.

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Why the Gloucester might be the most important shipwreck since the Mary Rose.

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