The History of England, Volume III Henry VIII Birth of Prince Edward and death of Q. Jane
by David Hume
Soon after this prosperous success, an event happened, which crowned Henry’s joy, [October 12.] the birth of a son, who was baptized by the name of Edward. Yet was not his happiness without allay: The queen died two days after.l But a son had so long been ardently wished for by Henry, and was now become so necessary, in order to prevent disputes with regard to the succession, after the acts declaring the two princesses illegitimate, that the king’s affliction was drowned in his joy, and he expressed great satisfaction on the occasion. The prince, not six days old, was created prince of Wales, duke of Cornwal, and earl of Chester. Sir Edward Seymour, the queen’s brother, formerly made Lord Beauchamp, was raised to the dignity of earl of Hertford. Sir William Fitz Williams, high admiral, was created earl of Southampton; Sir William Paulet, Lord St. John; Sir John Russel, Lord Russel.
