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Catherine of Aragon: Quick Facts

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Facts

Born December 16, 1485 • Alcalá de Henares • Spain
Died January 7, 1536 (aged 50) • England
Notable Family Members spouse Henry VIII • father Ferdinand II • mother Isabella I • daughter Mary I • sister Joan

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