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Lady Jane Grey ruled England for only nine days in 1553.

Why it is true

Known as the Nine Days' Queen, she was placed on the throne by Protestant conspirators but was quickly deposed by Mary I, who claimed her legitimate right to the crown.

Source: British History

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