4) The Main Features of Foreign Policy 1560-1572 Flashcards
What did Protestant Lords do in Scotland in 1559?
In 1559, Protestant Lords n Scotland deposed Mary of Guise which was welcomed by the English who were pleased to see a hostile neighbour becoming more friendly.
What was Cecil anxious to do?
Cecil was anxious to reduce French influence in Scotland and had to persuade a reluctant Elizabeth to support the Protestant rebels in order to prevent the restoration of French power.
What did Elizabeth eventually agree to do?
Elizabeth eventually agreed to send financial aid and military force to the Scots.
What was the aid sent by Elizabeth confirmed by?
The aid sent by Elizabeth was confirmed by the Treaty of Berwick, signed in 1560.
What was the Treaty of Edinburgh?
The Treaty of Edinburgh was when the French agreed to withdraw from Scotland, leaving only a token force, and a new Protestant government was established under Lord James Stuart, the illegitimate half-brother of Mary Stuart.
When was the Treaty of Edinburgh signed?
The treaty of Edinburgh was signed in 1560.
What was Elizabeth now seen as, and what would this make difficult?
Elizabeth was now seen as protector of the Protestant rebels, which would make it difficult to maintain a friendly relationship with France and Spain.
