Consolidation of Power

Question 1

How did Henry VII consolidate his power at the beginning of his reign?

Answer 1

• predated reign to 21 Aug 1485 (day before Battle of Bosworth) which made all Yorkists traitors
• married Elizabeth of York in Jan 1486 and had male heir in 1489
• arranged his coronation (30 Oct) to be before the first meeting of Parliament on 7 Nov to show hereditary right to the throne

Question 2

How did Henry VII maintain control?

Answer 2

Through Acts of Attainder and Bonds and Recognizances

Question 3

What happened during Henry’s reign which consolidated his power?

Answer 3

He had a very successful response to rebellions, particularly in the Cornish Rebellion