Arthur, Prince of Wales, was born on September 20, 1486, as the eldest son of Henry VII and Elizabeth of York. He was the first in line to the English throne and was expected to play a significant role in the future of the monarchy. Arthur's marriage to Catherine of Aragon was arranged to strengthen the alliance between England and Spain. Tragically, Arthur's life was cut short when he died on April 2, 1502, at the age of 15. His untimely death led to changes in royal succession, and his younger brother, Henry VIII, eventually became king. Arthur's legacy is often overshadowed by his brother's reign.