A new documentary uncovers a breakthrough in the centuries-old mystery surrounding the Princes in the Tower.
- Lion TV’s programme “Princes in the Tower: A Damning Discovery” reveals new evidence found at the National Archives.
- History experts, including Professor Tim Thornton, shed light on an important possession of young Edward V.
- The documentary features historian Tracy Borman and actor Jason Watkins exploring this historical mystery.
- This significant discovery captures the enduring intrigue of one of history’s most perplexing disappearances.
Channel 5 is set to broadcast a documentary that promises to reignite the historical debate about the disappearance of the Princes in the Tower. Princes in the Tower: A Damning Discovery, produced by Lion TV, examines new findings that could change the understanding of this centuries-old mystery.
Historian and Deputy Vice-Chancellor at the University of Huddersfield, Professor Tim Thornton, plays a central role in the documentary. His recent research has led to the identification of a significant item belonging to Edward V, who was the young king at just 12 years old. This remarkable discovery, found in the Register of Wills at the National Archives, is noteworthy as it is the first such evidence in over 500 years.
The documentary provides an exclusive look at this breakthrough, highlighting Professor Thornton’s analysis. He suggests that Sir Thomas More’s historical accusations against Sir James Tyrell, involving Tyrell’s relatives in the story, lend credibility to the notion that Tyrell’s family possessed Edward V’s chain. “After centuries of speculation and uncertainty about the fate of the princes in the Tower, we can now show that when Sir Thomas More accused Sir James Tyrell of responsibility for their deaths of the princes he was in touch with people who were part of the story, including Tyrell’s in-laws – and that they owned the young king’s chain,” Professor Thornton stated.
The documentary captures the excitement of historians Tracy Borman and actor Jason Watkins as they delve into the significance of the find. Tracy Borman, Chief Curator of Historic Royal Palaces and presenter, recounted her personal connection to the story, sharing how the mystery inspired her career. Walking through the historical sites and examining the will at the National Archives was described as an unforgettable experience that sent shivers down her spine.
Executive Producer Sarah Sarkhel from Lion Television expressed the documentary’s impact by describing these revelations as extraordinary, calling it a “once in a lifetime, spine-tingling moment.” The production, in collaboration with Historic Royal Palaces and the National Archives, underscores the continuous allure of this historical enigma.
The documentary brings fresh insight into the centuries-old mystery, captivating both historians and viewers alike.
