Foreign Policy Flashcards
1
Q
What were the aims of Wolsey’s foreign policy?
A
- To maintain peace within England.
- To ensure the security of England from European threats
- Wanted England to be a great power – broker in Europe.
2
Q
What was the Treaty of London ?
A
- The coming together of European Catholics.
- Guaranteed no aggression between European powers.
- Ended England’s isolation
- Led to another peace treaty with France
3
Q
What was the Field of the Cloth of the Gold ?
A
- Meeting between Henry VIII and Francis I
- Each king set up a base in a lavishly decorated pavilion
- Used for entertainment and dining
- Had a wrestling match
- Event cost Henry £15,000
