Catherine of Aragon's Brief Marriage to Prince Arthur

The transcript details the political and personal journey of Prince Arthur and Catherine of Aragon's marriage. Initially proposed to strengthen alliances against France, the marriage faced numerous challenges, including political pretenders and dowry disputes. Catherine's journey to England was fraught with delays, and upon arrival, cultural differences emerged. The wedding took place at Saint Paul's Cathedral, followed by a controversial bedding ceremony. Despite initial happiness, both fell ill, and Arthur died, leaving Catherine a widow and raising questions about the marriage's consummation.

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What illness did both Catherine and Arthur contract, and what was the outcome for each of them?

What were the implications of Arthur's death for Catherine and the royal family?