Cromwells Rise To Power Flashcards
What was Cromwells early life like?
-born into an un wealthy family in putney. Thomas had bad relationship with his dad, such as receiving his violent tempers
-lead him in 1503 to leave England at an age few would(18 yrs old)
Where do Cromwell travel to after he left England ?
(1503) joined the French army in the Italian penesaila as a mercenary
Then went to Florence. Worked hard and used his charms to join household Of a leading merchant banker, frescobaldi
The moved to Belgium to be a cloth merchant
(1514) married Elizabeth wyckes who was wealthy. Which helped him develop a thriving legal practice
What was the significance of Cromwell being in Wolsey’s service?
When he became a member in 1519. Cromwell had commonalities with wolseys.
By 1529 he became Wolsey’s most trusted advisor. He took high profile cases.Which helped him to be appointed to royal council in1533
How did the annulment make Cromwell HenryVIII chief minister in 1533?
Thomas Cromwell Suggested HenryVIII should decide to divorce instead of the pope.
So he used parliament to pass the act of restrain if appeals. Allowing the divorce. Not only expanded parliaments role, but also impressed HenryVIII. By solving his ‘great matter’
What was Thomas Cromwell personality?
He was carrying, loyal, determined, focused, charming and intelligent.
