England: In the Name of Progress

Until the reign of Henry VII England had been regarded as an offshore island of relatively small concern in the affairs of Europe. However Henry's initiatives included establishing trade links abroad and he was so successful England fast became a nation and market of importance ensuring the monarchs of Europe changed their attitude. His son Henry VIII wanted to outshine the princes of Europe and had the means and innate taste to do so and he set about it with great gusto. www.thecultureconcept.com/circle/