Chapter 3 Flashcards
From 1514-1515 Wolsey gained many titles and offices like…
1514-Bishop of Tournai and of Lincoln.
-Archbishop of York
1515-Made Cardinal
-Henry appointed him Lord Chancellor
1518- Appointed Legate a Latere
By 1518- the most powerful man in England
How did Wolsey rise to power in the early years of HenryVIII reign?
1509- became Royal Almoner, making him a member of the Royal Council.
-meant access to the King and gain his trust.
Henry disinterested in administrative matters of the state-allowed Wolsey to rise- organised force to invade France.
Showed the King someone who could be quick and efficient on getting things done.
Legate a Latere
Personal rep. of the Pope, deputed for important diplomatic missions on the papacy’s behalf.
Appoint to benefices
Wolsey now had the authority, through Rome, to make clerical appointments in England.
Was Wolseys rise down to luck?
Right man at right time- Henry tired of inner council of fathers men
Needed someone who would rep his interests
Wolsey maintain power from 1515-29 due to Political relationship with Henry. Explain.
Henry heavily trusted Wolsey.
Political partnership- King made final decision but Wolsey given power.
They did disagree like; -Wolsey wanted surprise attack French in 1522 but Henry said no.
Remained for 15 years as he loyally Nd effectively served the King.
Wolsey maintained power from 1515-29 due to Wolseys wealth. Explain.
Wolseys court was Quasi royal.
Ambassadors treated to banquets showed Wolseys authority.
10x richer than his nearest political rival due to income from multiple bishoprics and fees in ecclesiastical courts.
Built palaces like Hampton Court which enhanced his leading position and promoted him as a man of importance.
Wolsey maintained power from 1515-29 due to his Ruthlessness.
Polydore Virgil imprisoned on Wolseys demand in 1515.
Rumoured to have a part in execution of Duke of Buckingham in 1521.
Caused resentment between him and nobles as they were not consulted on important matters.
Alter Rex
Second king.
Court of Star Chamber
Royal law court that could be used by the Kings subjects to get justice.
What is the Court of Star Chamber?
A royal law court that could be used by the King’s subjects to get justice. Wolsey took a lot of control of this.
What is Civil Law?
System of law having its origin in Roman Law.
What is Common Law?
The system of laws originated and developed in England.
What is a Benefice?
A clerical position.
