Henry VII’s Foreign Policy Flashcards
What was the primary goal of Henry VII’s foreign policy?
To secure the Tudor dynasty and maintain peace in England.
True or False: Henry VII sought to expand England’s territorial ambitions through aggressive warfare.
False
Which treaty did Henry VII sign with France in 1492?
The Treaty of Etaples
Fill in the blank: Henry VII’s foreign policy was characterized by a focus on __________ alliances.
diplomatic
What was the significance of the Treaty of Etaples?
It ended the conflict with France and ensured a pension for Henry VII.
In what year did Henry VII marry Elizabeth of York?
1486
Which country was allied with England through the marriage of Henry VII’s daughter, Margaret?
Scotland
What was the result of the Treaty of Perpetual Peace in 1502?
It established peace between England and Scotland.
True or False: The marriage of Henry VII’s son Arthur to Catherine of Aragon strengthened ties with Spain.
True
What event in 1497 involved Henry VII in a conflict with Scotland?
The Cornish Rebellion
Which king did Henry VII negotiate with to secure peace in 1492?
Charles VIII of France
What was the main focus of Henry VII’s foreign policy regarding Spain?
To secure dynastic alliances through marriage.
Fill in the blank: Henry VII’s foreign policy emphasized __________ rather than military conquest.
diplomacy
What year did Henry VII’s son Henry (later Henry VIII) marry Catherine of Aragon?
1509
Who was the main rival of Henry VII in France during his reign?
Charles VIII
True or False: Henry VII’s foreign policy was marked by frequent wars.
False
What was the outcome of the Treaty of Medina del Campo in 1489?
It established the marriage alliance between Arthur and Catherine of Aragon.
Which year marks the beginning of Henry VII’s reign?
1485
What was the main aim of Henry VII’s foreign alliances?
To bolster his claim to the throne and ensure stability.
How did Henry VII’s foreign policy affect England’s relationship with Scotland?
It aimed to secure peace through marriage alliances.
Fill in the blank: Henry VII’s foreign policy often involved __________ diplomacy.
marriage
What was the significance of the 1495 trade agreement with the Hanseatic League?
It enhanced England’s trade relations with Northern Europe.
True or False: Henry VII completely isolated England from European affairs.
False
Which treaty did Henry VII negotiate with Scotland in 1498?
The Treaty of Ayton