Elizabeth Rebellions Flashcards
When was the northern rebellion
1569-79
Where was the northern rebellion
Durham
North riding of Yorkshire
What were the motives for the northern rebellion
Political and religious
(Lots of catholics)
Who is in the northern rebellion
Earls of Northumberland and Westmorland
Why did the rebellion end
News travelled of the crown sending an army so they disbanded
Why did the rebellion restart
Restarted in Cumberland by earls brother in law
Quickly defeated this time
Why did the northern rebellion fail
Disorganised
Bad leadership
Lack of foreign support
Authorities took decisive action
How did Elizabeth deal with the rebellion
Mass execution of rebels
Showed brutality as a deterrent
What role did Cecil play in the northern rebellion
Studied map of Durham and took extra time in deciding how to crush it