D1: securing the sucession basics Flashcards
How strong was Henry VII’s claim to the throne in 1485 and why?
Henry’s claim was weak; he gained the throne by defeating Richard III in battle, not through a clear hereditary right.
what sign was killing and defeating richard iii to the people about henrys claim to the throne?
a sign god had approved of henrys assumption of power.
Why did winning the throne through battle put Henry in a difficult position?
His success could inspire other claimants to try and seize the throne by force, as he had done.
What was the basis of Henry’s claim to the throne (family)?
- came through the Beaufort family (mom), who were descendants of John of Gaunt.
- However, the Beaufort line was originally illegitimate and only later legitimized on the condition they could not inherit the throne.
was henry a member of the royal family?
well kinda, he was a mem of the extended royal family.
Did Henry’s father, Edmund Tudor, have a claim to the throne?
No, Edmund Tudor had no royal claim.
- however, he did have royal blood which henry inherited but no real claim.
How did the transmission of Henry’s claim through a woman affect his position?
In medieval society, a claim passed through a woman (his mother, Margaret Beaufort) was seen as weaker than one passed through a male lin
Did Henry’s rivals have a stronger claim to the throne than he did, if so who?
No need to expand of them yet.
Yes, several Yorkists, including John de la Pole and Edward Plantagenet, had claims considered stronger than Henry’s.
Who was John de la Pole, and why was he a threat?
Earl of Lincoln
- nephew of Richard III
- been Richard’s heir presumptive.
- became a focal point for Yorkist opposition to Henry
- potential figurehead of a Yorkist rising for first 2 years of h’s reign.
Who was Edward Plantagenet, and how did Henry deal with him?
Earl of Warwick
- Yorkist with a strong claim.
- At 10 years old, he was placed in the Tower to prevent him from being used in plots against Henry
How did Henry secure Yorkist support in 1485 despite being a Lancastrian?
He promised to marry Elizabeth of York, uniting the two factions and earning Yorkist backing.
What advantage did Henry have after the Battle of Bosworth in terms of Richard’s supporters?
Many key supporters of Richard III were killed or captured in the battle, reducing immediate threats to Henry’s hold on the throne.
