Henry VII's character and aims

Question 1

What was Henry’s main aim?

Answer 1

To consolidate his power in order to keep his throne - he accomplished this through both political actions and military success

Question 2

Why had Henry not been brought up to rule?

Answer 2

He had loved in exile in Britany since the age of 14 following the Yorkist victory at the battle of Tewkesbury in which many of the Lancastrians died or were executed
Henry fled to France where he lived as a fugitive in the Duchy of Brittany

Question 3

Who did Henry have to reduce the power of?

Answer 3

The nobles who had caused the previous period of instability to enhance their own authority