Henry 8 - Character and aims Flashcards
1
Q
How does Eric Ives describe HVIII
A
extrovert, affable and charming
2
Q
What was HVIII’s attitude toward administrative work
A
profound dislike
tedious and painful
could intervene suddenly
3
Q
What was the legacy of HVII
A
solvent crown
peaceful foreign policy
unpopular mechanisms for extracting money
conciliar govt
catholic country
4
Q
What was one of the first actions taken by HVIII
A
abolition of Council Learned and dismissal of Empson/Dudley
5
Q
What were HVIII’s early aims
A
re-establish role of nobility
establish status amongst European monarchs
warrior king