A2 FP1 : Edward VI and relations with Foreign Powers Flashcards
Conceptual Awareness
What state had Henry VIII left England’s foreign policy in?
Henry had abandoned peaceful diplomacy in favour of military confrontation ; the war cost £2 million but Henry had failed to achieve any lasting success in either France or Scotland.
Conceptual Awareness
What Treaty did Henry VIII sign in 1544 that had adverse effects?
Treaty of Adres, a fragile peace that caused inflation in England - Boulogne was a drain on resources.
Conceptual Awareness
What concerns were raised over Edward’s minority government?
The young king’s minority created fears over national security and the succession - there was fear over renewed French intervention.
Successes
When was the Battle of Pinkie?
10th September 1547
Successes
Describe the events of the Battle of Pinkie
In 1547 Henri II of France sends 4000 men to Scotland to defend them against England, Battle of Pinkie ensues - a victory for England - Somerset gained control of the border regions but wasn’t strong enough to control the whole of Scotland.
Success
What were the outcomes of the Battle of Pinkie?
It was a short-term success with little to no long-term benefit.
Mary Queen of Scots was sent to France to form a marriage alliance and the war cost £600,000
Failures
What did Somerset’s fall from power create?
Somerset’s fall from power caused a temporary breakdown in military leadership - France gains initiative in war - Northumberland forced to seek an unpopular peace.
Failures
What was the situation like for foreign affairs in 1549?
By 1549 foreign affairs had reached a critical point - the war with France had become increasingly unpopular with the nobility and general public. High levels of taxation provoked hostility towards the government.
Successes
What were Northumberland’s aims for foreign policy when he took power?
He wanted to reduce Foreign Policy expenditure in order to stabalise the crown’s expenses.
Success
How did Northumberland handle foreign policy?
He abandoned the war in Scotland in order to persue peace with France - stabilising the country overall.
Successes
What was signed between Northumberland and France in 1550?
Treaty of Boulogne.
Successes
What were the terms of the Treaty of Boulogne?
1550 :
* United with France against an increasingly hostile HRE
* Allowed France to recover Boulogne - considered a humiliating defeat but France paid £133,333 to recover.
* Arranged a marriage between Edward VI and Henri II’s daughter.
* England removed remaining garrisons from Scotland.
