Henry FitzAlan, 12th Earl of Arundel, was a prominent English nobleman born in 1512. He was the son of Henry FitzAlan, 11th Earl of Arundel and Mary FitzAlan. As a member of the Arundel family, he played a significant role in the political landscape of England during the Tudor period. He became the Earl of Arundel in 1544 and was known for his loyalty to the Catholic Church during the Protestant Reformation. Henry was also involved in various military campaigns and served in the House of Lords. He died in 1580, leaving a legacy tied to the history of the English nobility.