Henry VII - Consolidation of Power Flashcards
Who did Henry defeat at Bosworth?
Richard III
Date of Battle of Bosworth
22nd August 1485
Reasons why Henry VII claim is weak
- Claim through female line (Margaret Beaufort)
- Beaufort line illegitimate
What relation to Henry VII is Lord Thomas Stanley?
Stepfather
In what country had Henry been in exile?
Brittany
Start date of Henry VII reign
21st August 1485
Why did Henry crown himself king before Bosworth?
Accuse them of treason
Law used to accuse someone of treason
Act of Attainder
How many of Henry’s supporters were knighted after Bosworth?
11
Who was Elizabeth of York?
Daughter of Edward IV & Neice of Richard III
Reasons Henry VII married Elizabeth of York
- Stronger claim to throne
- Support of Yorkists
- Have a child
Who was made Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster?
Sir Reginald Bray
Who was appointed Lord Chamberlain?
Sir William Stanley
Date of Henry VII coronation
30th October 1485
When did Henry call his first Parliament?
7th November 1485
What two laws did Parliament pass when called by Henry?
- Acts of Attainder on Yorkists
- Tonnage and Poundage for Henry for life
What date did Henry marry Elizabeth of York?
18th January 1486
What was the name of Henry’s first child?
Prince Arthur
When was Henry’s first child born?
September 1486
Visual propaganda used by Henry VII
The ‘Tudor Rose’
