"the tyranny of the Bishops of Rome banished from your subjects, and images removed". After the service, Edward presided at a banquet in Westminster Hall, where, he recalled in his Chronicle, he dined with his crown on his head.

Somerset protectorate

Council of regency

Henry VIII's will named sixteen executors, who were to act as Edward's council until he reached age 18. The executors were supplemented by twelve men "of counsail" who would

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