Statue of King Edward V1, near the entrance to St Thomas' Hospital in Southwark, London. Edward founded the hospital.

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Edward 6th, son of Henry 8th, came to the throne when he was ten years old. He died of tuberculosis at the age of 16 after making efforts to be charitable, founding schools and hospitals. Hence he is known as the Boy King.

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Location: St Thomas' Hospital, Westminster Bridge Rd, Lambeth, London SE1 7EH
Photo credit: © Julian Nieman / Alamy / Afripics
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