Fall of Anne Boleyn Flashcards
1
Q
What did Eric Ives state about Anne?
A
she had been responsible for helping to push the king in a more Protestant direction.
2
Q
What was Anne accused of?
A
Adultery and incest, also treason as she was the wife of the monarch. 1535.
3
Q
When was she executed?
A
19 May 1536. Henry was now a widower and had his eyes on Anne’s lady in waiting, Jane Seymour.
4
Q
Who did Cromwell ally with?
A
Conservatives to persuad Henry that Anne was committing adultery. Cromwell was insecure enough to feel that his relationship with the king and his life was threatened.
