Henry Tudor's consolidation of power

Question 1

Why did Henry VII have a weak claim to the throne?

Answer 1

On his mother’s side. Illigitimate marriage (John Beaufort).

Question 2

Talk about Henry’s early life.

Answer 2

.Brittany.
.War of the Roses.
.Fear of threats.

Question 3

Why did he win the Battle of Bosworth?

Answer 3

.Stanley.
.Richard’s unpopularity.
.Support from France.

Question 4

Why was there Civil War?

Answer 4

.Poor leadership.
.Bastard Feudalism.

Question 5

What did Henry learn growing up?

Answer 5

Civil war, exile, fragility of support, insecure position of monarch, Nobels’ power, Legitimate claim needed.