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| The memorial plaque to King Henry I, the founder of the Abbey, in the South Transept. Photograph by Leslie Cram | ||
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In 1539 the king's son, John of Gaunt, was married in the Abbey church. Copyright Reading Museum Service (Reading Borough Council). All rights reserved. |
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In 1464 king Edward IV made his secret marriage to Elizabeth Woodville know by appearing in public for the first time with her in Reading Abbey. Copyright Reading Museum Service (Reading Borough Council). All rights reserved. click to return to Discovering Reading Abbey |
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