After her execution, Anne’s body was quickly prepared for burial in the Tower of London’s Chapel of St Peter ad Vincula.

A. The Chapel’s Significance

• The Chapel of St Peter ad Vincula, meaning "St Peter in Chains," is a small, historic chapel located within the Tower of London.
   

• It served as the final resting place for many executed prisoners of the Tower, especially those of noble birth.
   

B. Anne’s Burial Location in the Chapel

Historical records indicate that Anne was buried in an unmarked grave near the altar of the chapel.

• The exact location is uncertain, as the grave was intentionally left unmarked to prevent pilgrimage or veneration.
   

• This contrasts with royal tradition, which often involved elaborate tombs and monuments.
   

 The Mystery Surrounding Anne’s Grave

A. Loss and Rediscovery

Over the centuries, the precise location of Anne Boleyn’s grave was lost.

• The chapel underwent several renovations and restorations, which altered or obscured many burial sites.
   

• In the 19th and 20th centuries, archaeologists and historians attempted to identify Anne’s remains.
   

B. Archaeological Excavations

Several archaeological digs at the Chapel of St Peter ad Vincula have sought to uncover Anne’s grave.

• In the early 20th century, bones believed to be Anne’s were discovered near the altar.
   

• However, definitive identification is impossible due to the mixing of remains and lack of inscriptions. shutdown123