Edward VI 1547 - 1553 Flashcards
What was the Regency Council?
A group of nobles who ruled on behalf of the monarch until they became of age
What was the Dry Stamp?
A copy of the monarch’s signature which could be used if there was a child monarch or an ill monarch
What was feared when Edward became king?
Political and religious instability
Which act was repeated in Edward’s will to solve the problems about the succession?
The Act of Succession
What was feared about Edward’s leadership?
As a minor, he would not be able to lead an army into battle and other countries could take advantage of this
What did people fear about Edward’s ability to control factional struggles?
People feared that he would not be able to control factional struggles, and this could lead to a return of the Wars of the Roses
What was the fear surrounding the portrayal of Edward?
Edward could not be portrayed as powerful or militarily competent at 9 years old so there was a fear that opposition could grow
Who was made Lord Protector of the Regency Council?
Duke of Somerset
Was Somerset’s leadership effective?
No
What did Somerset’s religious reforms cause?
Confusion and uncertainty
