Anne of Cleves

Dramatizes Henry VIII's political marriage to Anne of Cleves, a German princess, to cement England's alliance with Germany against France. Depicts the developing conflict between the Duke of Norfolk and Thomas Cromwell, who suggested the alliance with Anne of Cleves and Germany. Relates Anne's clever maneuver to persuade Henry to agree to an annulment when the political alliance fails. Mentions the eventual dismissal and condemnation of Thomas Cromwell.