This marriage will not end well

On this day in 1509 Henry VIII and Catherine of Aragon are crowned King and Queen of England.

Catherine of Aragon pleads with Henry VIII regarding his decision to divorce her.
Painting by Henry Nelson O’Neill. Public Domain

People We Love: Chuck Taylor

Thanks for the kicks.

Charles Hollis “Chuck” Taylor (June 24, 1901 – June 23, 1969) was an American basketball player and shoe salesman/evangelist. He is best known for his association with the Chuck Taylor All-Stars sneaker, the most successful selling basketball shoe in history. [Wikipedia]