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Also Known As Anne Bullen
Born 1507?
Died May 19, 1536 • London • England
Notable Family Members spouse Henry VIII • daughter Elizabeth I

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queen of England
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queen of England
Anne of Cleves
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Charles Colling
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Frederick Arthur, Lord Stanley of Preston
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