Edward VI, Somerset And Northumberland Flashcards
Who succeeded Henry VIII and how were they related
Prince Edward his son
When did Henry viii pass away
1547
Who was Edward VI mother
Jane Seymour
Why was there an issue for Edward VI coming to the throne
He was young which caused issues and meant he was put under protection by Henry VIII regency council
Regency council meaning
Rule England on behalf of Edward VI alongside Edward Seymour, his uncle who began to unrightfully take charge and was duke of somerset
How did Edward Seymour control the council
He pit members of the council against each other, causing there to be divides meaning he had to rule England alone
Result of 1549 rebellion for Edward Seymour
Power began to deteriorate due to lack of plotocal skill and arrogance meaning he was removed through a coup
Who replaced Edward Seymour
John Dudley, Duke of England following somerset
Achievements of Dudley x3
Put down 1549 rebellion through restoring law and order in rural areas
Ruled as lord president
Due to political talents he achieved his aims of political and economic stablility
What was the mid Tudor crisis
Nothing was stable during reign of Edward and Mary- no stable foreign policy, lax religious policies and conflict over religion however this was solved by Dudley
What was Seymour given the title of?
Lord protector somerset
Who set up the regency council
Henry VIII
Why did Henry give titles to regency council
Wanted to ensure stability until Edward could take charge
Advantages of a regency council
16 members
Protestant
Heartford and Cranmer
