Henry VII - what did he look like?

The speaker shares their experiences at court, highlighting their bilingual skills in English and French. They discuss their initial perceptions of King Henry VII, noting his unexpected handsomeness and cheerful demeanor. The speaker is appointed as a lady in waiting to the Queen, Elizabeth of York, and admires King Henry's strategic union of the House of Tudor with the House of York, symbolized by the creation of the Tudor rose.

What was the significance of the union between the House of Tudor and the House of York?

Describe the creation of the Tudor Rose and its symbolism.