Henry VII’s Consolidation Of Power Flashcards
When did Henry VII date his reign before and why?
Battle of Bosworth- 22nd August 1485 so that anyone who was to fight was considered a traitor of the crown.
How did Henry VII punish traitors?
Act of Attainder
What was the Act of Attainder?
Legislation that could be used to declare someone guilty of a crime e.g the nobility.
Why and when was Henry VII’s coronation?
Before the first Parliament on the 30th October 1485 to show his power came from the monarchy and not the Parliament.
Who did Henry VII imprison? Name 2 examples
Those who had a Yorkist claim e.g Earl of Warwick and Elizabeth of York
Why did Henry VII imprison yorkist claims?
They were a threat to his claim to the throne.
Who and why did Henry VII marry in 1486?
Elizabeth of York as a political move to bind the Lancastrian and Yorkist to create an end to the war of the roses.
What was the name of Henry VII’s son and when was he born?
Prince Arthur in September 1486
What did the birth of Prince Arthur secure?
Established Tudor Dynasty
Why did Henry VII reward supporters?
To increase popularity.
How did Henry VII reward supporters?
Issuing knighthoods to nobility (11)
