Early Reign Flashcards
Why was Henry suitable
Henry fitted the physical ideals of a king Tall Handsome Broad shoulders Thick calves
Who did Henry have the personality and interests of
a Renaissance Prince
What did Henry enjoy
Music
Dancing
Poetry
What sports did Henry do?
Hunting
Jousting
What did Henry have little interest in
Administrative side of being king
What reputation did Henry have?
Due to his large spending, he was given the title of best dressed sovereign in Europe
How did Henry differ from his father
Liked to be seen in public regularly
Why did the nobles pose as less of a threat in Henry’s reign?
Vibrant court pleased nobles so they posed as less of a threat
What happened on 1509 after Henry VII’s death?
Henry married Catherine of Aragon
Why was Henry choosing to marry Catherine of Aragon early a good thing?
Showed he had a sense of duty and that he was willing to make sacrifices for his country
What happened to Empson and Dudley
Executed 🗡
Show a break from his fathers reign
They were symbols of hatred and his fathers greed
Which of Henry’s ministers were executed
Empson and Dudley
