Henry VII - Key figures Flashcards
Who was Sir Reginald Bray?
Sir. Reginald Bray (d.1503)
1. Bray had been a faithful servant of Henry’s for quite some time.
2. Bray helped raise funds for Bosworth.
3. Bray became Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster, he retained office for life with immense patronage.
4. Was created as a Knight of the Bath.
5. Founded the Council Learned In Law.
Who was Giles Daubeney?
Giles Daubeney (1451-1508)
1. Leading gentry and faithful servant.
2. Fought for Henry Tudor at Bosworth and was created as a Baron.
3. Squashed the rebels at the Cornish Rebellion.
Who was Richard Empson?
Richard Empson (d.1510)
1. Gentry, lawyer of the Council Learned in Law.
2. Carried out the King’s legal and financial policy.
3. Hated by Nobility.
3. Executed by Henry VIII.
Who was Edmund Dudley?
Edmund Dudley (d.1510)
1. President of the Council Learned in Law.
2. Was given the title of King’s councillor, Henry’s right-hand man.
3. Admitted to 84 cases of illegal extortion.
4. Hated by nobility.
5. Exectuted by Henry VIII.
Who was John Morton?
John Morton (d.1500)
1. One of the most powerful men in England during Henry VII’s reign.
2. Churchman.
3. Cardinal 1493.
4. Part of the King’s council.
Who was Richard Fox?
Richard Fox(e) (d.1528)
1. One of Henry’s most influential and chief ministers.
2. Ally from Henry’s exile.
3. Negotiated threats and diplomatic maneuvers.
4. Churchman and member of the Council.
5. Formulated and executed Henry’s financial policies.
6. Keeper of the Privy Seal.
