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Mary I

Henry VIII's Catholic daughter, who persecuted Protestants and became known as "Bloody Mary".

Key facts

Henry VIII's Catholic daughter; persecuted Protestants, becoming known as "Bloody Mary".
Died after a short reign; succeeded by her half-sister Elizabeth.

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