Henry consolidation of power Flashcards

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WHAT WAS HENRYS MILITARY AIM WHEN FIRST IN POWER AND HOW DID HE ACTION THIS

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  • establish himself as warrior king through success in battle
  • pursued military glory through war with France
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WHAT WAS HENRYS AIM IN GOVERNMENT AND HOW DID HE ACTION THIS

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  • support nobility whilst preserving strong government
  • nobles sons became henrys personnel companions in sport, leisure and war, but their political influence was limited (Wolsey dominated as chief minster)
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WHAT WAS HENRYS MAIN AIM WITH THE DYNASTY

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  • establish his status among European monarchs through marriage and preserve the dynasty (through expectation of an heir)
  • he married catherine of aragon (June 1509)
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WHAT WAS HENRYS MAIN AIM CONCERNING HIS LEGACY AND HOW DID HE ACTION THIS

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  • dismantle unpopular aspects of his fathers legacy while maintaining stability
  • executed Epsom and Dudley, council learned abolished (1510), many bonds cancelled
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