I've read through the Henry VIII what a bastard thread and it's made me wonder who is the biggest bastard in British history.
My historical knowledge is pretty limited to the wars of the roses and Tudor era so it would be great to learn about some new historical figures.
My nominations are-
Earl of Warwick (the kingmaker)- a vicious bastard to all that encountered him.
Duke of Norfolk (Thomas Howard)- a reprehensible man with seemingly few redeeming qualities but I can't help but like and be fascinated by him
Thomas Boleyn- Odious man pimping his daughters out and discarding them when they were no longer useful
Cromwell both Thomas and Oliver
Duke of Northumberland (John Dudley)- the way he used Lady Jane Grey to further his own ends with no regard for her welfare.
Duke of Suffolk (Henry Grey)- the indefensible way he treated him daughter I don't know who was worse him or his wife
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Wannabestepfordwife · 14/06/2014 20:15
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