Fall Of Wolsey Flashcards
1
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Wolsey’s downfall
A
His failure to gain the annulment by 1529 led to Henry exiling him to York, removing all his powers and possessions.
In November 1530 Wolsey was summoned to stand trial in London for treason but the clergy for being loyal to the pope but he died on the journey south.
2
Q
Reasons for his downfall
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His failure to gain the annulment.
His failure with the Amicable Grant.
His failure in foreign policy against Charles V.
The influence of the Boleyn family.
3
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Influence of the Boleyn family
A
The family claimed Wolsey was deliberately sabotaging the annulment.
Other nobels felt Wolsey had treated them unfairly (like in the Eltham Ordinances, sided with the Boleyn to persuade Henry to remove Wolsey from power)
