John Blanke, The Tudors 'blacke trumpeter'

I have written a new article about John Blanke, the Black Trumpeter who was employed and seemingly favoured by Henry VII and Henry VIII. It also includes some interesting information about Race in general in Tudor England and Queen Elizabeth's attempts to deport the black community at the end of her reign.

Have a read and let me know your thoughts on this interesting topic.

nathenamin.com/2013/11/13/john-blanke-the-tudors-blacke-trumpeter/