Government in Henry VIII's last years (8) Flashcards
In 1540 after the execution of Cromwell where did power lie?
power lay temporarily with the conservatives in the Council such as Norfolk, Stephen Gardiner and Thomas Wriothesley.
Why did Henry execute Catherine for treason on 13th February 1542?
Because Henry found out that there were allegations of an affair between Catherine and her cousin, Thomas Culpepper.
Who was Henry sixth wife and what did Norfolk try and do?
Katherine Parr, Norfolk was fully aware of the danger with Katherine, as a Protestant, posed to his ambitious and tried unsuccessfully to embroil her in accusations of heresy.
When did Henry die?
28th January 1547.
What happened to Norfolk and his son Henry Howard?
His son was executed for treason as he threatened the king’s throne and Norfolk remained a prisoner in the Tower for the Whole of Edward VI’s reign.
