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How many Tudor colleges in Cambridge did she initiate?

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The answer is two. Two Cambridge colleges, namely: Christ's and St. John's, were founded by Lady Margaret Beaufort, Countess of Richmond and Derby, mother to King Henry VII, during the Tudor period. Their establishment aimed to enhance religious education and academic knowledge, making a significant contribution to the educational landscape of Cambridge.
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