In his youth he was educated in the new learning of the
Renaissance and developed great skill in music and sports. He
was created prince of Wales in 1503, following the death of his
elder brother, Arthur. At that time he also received a papal
dispensation to marry Arthur's widow, Katharine of Aragón. The
marriage took place shortly after his accession in 1509. The
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