Duke of Northumberland Flashcards
1
Q
How did Northumberland gain control?
A
- crushed rebel army in Norfolk
- pretending to be a Catholic sympathiser, he successfully conspired with conservatives.
2
Q
How did Northumberland gain control over administration of royal household?
A
- plotted with Cranmer who had influence in the royal household
- gave him access to Edward
3
Q
What happened to Northumberland by Feb 1550?
A
Had conservatives expelled from the council and became Lord President of the Council
4
Q
How was Northumberland not a man of strong convictions?
A
Renounced protestantism in order to save his life when Mary swept to power in 1553
5
Q
What was Northumberland’s failure to realise that ultimately led to his downfall?
A
Failed to appreciate the depth of his unpopularity and the support for Mary
