In the summer of 1553, a girl of around 16 was proclaimed the queen of England. Her name was Lady Jane Grey, and she ruled for just nine days before being executed at the Tower of London. Her reign ...

Lady Jane Grey, a teenage pawn in the power struggles that plagued the Tudor court, ruled England for just nine days and was later executed for treason. Now, researchers believe they may have ...

A mysterious portrait of a woman now on public display could be the only painting of Lady Jane Grey before she was executed, according to research. Lady Jane was Queen of England for just nine days, ...

In this photo provided by English Heritage, English Heritage Conservator Rachel Turnbull gives a portrait believed to be of Lady Jane Grey a final examination before it goes on display at Wrest Park ...

Historian Helen Castor pieces together the astonishing true story of Lady Jane Grey, the first reigning queen of England - an epic tale of dynastic rivalry, intrigue and betrayal.

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Historian Helen Castor pieces together the astonishing true story of Lady Jane Grey, the first reigning queen of England - an epic tale of dynastic rivalry, intrigue and betrayal.

LONDON — A painting that has gone on public display Friday could be the only portrait of England's shortest-reigning queen, Lady Jane Grey, painted during her lifetime, according to the ...