6. Wyatt's Rebellion Flashcards
What were the causes of Wyatt’s rebellion?
Some were motivated by religion and feared England becoming re-catholicised
Xenophobia against Philip of Spain
Decline of the local cloth trade prompted some poorer rebels to express their economic grievances.
Resentment of proposed royal marriage was the main grievance.
Why did France support the rebellion?
Because they feared the spreading power of Habsburg Spain through Mary and Philip’s marriage.
When was the rebellion planned?
November 1553
When did the rebellion start
25th January 1554
Why was the rebellion significant?
The rebellion was led by nobles which made it an internal threat
Showed that Protestants’ religious opinions could not be ignored
Demonstrated the extent of suspicion for the Spanish marriage.
What were the key events of Wyatt’s rebellion?
1st Feb- Mary rallies support with a speech against the rebels in London.
3rd Feb- Rebels are prevented from entering London due to the Queen’s forces holding London Bridge.
7th Feb- Rebels stop at Ludgate on the edge of London and surrender.
What was the outcome of the rebellion?
Elizabeth was arrested and locked in the Tower.
She is not executed as Mary is unsure of her involvement.
Mary’s brave and resolute actions once again crushed the threat to her throne.
480 were convicted and 90 were executed after trial, 600 were pardoned.
