CONTEXT James I Flashcards
What was James’ relationship with Parliament like? However?
Fights with Parliament over taxes and money. However, James was a good negotiator.
What was one of James’ aims for Great Britain as a whole?
To unite Scotland and England under the Union flag.
When was the first Parliament?
1604-1610
When was the Second “Addled” Parliament?
1614 for 4 weeks. It was discussion over the Great Contract by Robert Cecil to increase crown income and ultimately get rid of debt but nothing was accomplished and Parliament was closed.
What was also a tension between James and Parliament? E.g?
Royal Prerogative/Divine Right vs Parliamentary Privilege. For example, when the Lord Treasurer was sacked James was furious.
What was James I’s foreign policy? For example?
“Rex Pacificus”. He didn’t help his son of Law, Count Palatine Frederick, in the 30 years war.
What was the 1604 Treaty of London?
James making peace with the Spanish
When did Parliament declare war in the 30 years war?
1624- When James was delirious and couldn’t stop them.
What were the main causes of debt for James?
Extravagant life style, inflation and the debt left by Elizabeth.
What did the debt increase from and to during James’ reign?
Inherited £40,000 to £100,000
What were some ways that James made money?
Patronage (angered Lords), crown lands, tax, monopolies and tonnage and poundage.
What was James’ view towards religion?
Fairly moderate, governor of the Church of England and only annoyed at the Catholics after the 1605 gun powder plot.
What did he do against the Catholics?
Recusancy against them- fined for not going to Church of England.
What did he do to try and please Christians and when?
1611 King James Version of the Bible
What were the main points of tensions between James and Parliament?
Divine right/Royal Prerogative, royal finance, impeachment and parliamentary privilege.
