Religious non-conformity in England: Difference between revisions

In the 16th century, Henry VIII broke from the Catholic church to establish the Church of England, also known as the Anglican church.  The motives for this action can be debated.  Many believe that it was based solely on his desire to have his marriage annuled so that could marry another woman who he believed could give him an heir to the throne.  Some believe it was an act of religious faith.  However the new church (also called the Established Church) was not universally welcomed and soon became politicized.  Rejection of the Established Church soon became seen rejection of the Crown.  Those who dared to challenge the Established Church were usually at church came to be known as Dissenters or Non-conformists.  

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