E VI Royal authority Flashcards
1
Q
How old was Edward when he became king in 1547?
A
10 years old he was a boy king one of the youngest in history
2
Q
What did Edward inherit from his farther
A
- aggressive foreign policy
- debased the coinage
- financial issues
- religious tension 1547 -> CofE
3
Q
Regency council
A
16 members + 12 extra advisors
This was lead by Somerset
4
Q
Who was Somerset
A
Somerset was the brother to Jayne Seymour so he was Edward’s uncle. He was also appointed as the Lord protectorate. 1547 - 1549
Edward Seymor
5
Q
Lord protectorate
A
As Edward was underage Somerset was able to make choices on his behalf
6
Q
Somersets supporter
A
He had appointed supporters to cabinate
michael stanhope and william cecil
7
Q
Problems faced on Edward’s succession
A
- selling monastic lands
- high inflation due to debasement of the coin
- country divided over religion
- war with France ruined finances
8
Q
Edward’s character
A
- he was studious + well read - had an interest in politics
- he was never alone
- he was a serious and disciplined child
- he was raised to be king
9
Q
Duke of Northumberland
A
John Dudley
Involved in the downfall of Somerset
1549 - 1553
1551 duke title given
