Edward VI and his attempt to change the succession Flashcards
Why did it seem likely that Edward VI would only survive the year?
In 1553 his health began to deteriorate and he faced a series of illnesses.
What did a medical student involved with the care of Edward VI report that the doctors said about Edward VI?
With one voice they answered that since this season of the year is kindest to him, but it has not changed his condition, so, when autumn comes it will end his life.
According to the Succession Acts and Henry’s will, who was the throne intended to pass to?
Edward’s half-sister, Mary.
How and why did Northumberland take action to exclude Mary?
He developed a plot to alter the succession as it was essential if he was to preserve his power. He arranged the marriage of his son, Guildford Dudley, to Lady Jane Grey.
What was the result of Northumberland’s attempt to exclude Mary?
Resulted in a change in Edward’s will to name Jane as his successor.
What did the Suffolk writer report that the dying king said to the nobles and lawyers?
‘It is out resolve, with the agreement of our noblemen, to appoint as our heir our dear cousin Jane. For if our sister Mary were to be queen, it would be all over for the religion we have established.’
