Henry VII - Society Flashcards
How many nobles were there in Henry VII’s reign?
Between 50 and 60
When did Henry VII have acts passed against nobles by parliament and what did they include?
1487 and 1504, bonds and recognisances and legislation against retaining
Who were the gentry in Henry VII’s reign?
Great landowners in their own right
How many knights were there in 1490?
500
How much of the country’s land did nobles and knights own in Henry VII’s reign?
15-20%
What were esquires?
Either the eldest sons of knights, younger sons of barons or others of wealth
Who were the middling sort?
Rich merchants and craftsmen
Who were educated commoners?
Lawyers
Who were respectable commoners?
Shopkeepers and skilled tradesmen
Who were the commoners in the countryside?
Yeomen and husbandmen who had and insecure position
What percentage did the number of nobles fall by in Henry VII reign?
around 25%
How effective was Henry VII when dealing with the nobility?
Very - he was ruthless and powerful
What was the cause of the Yorkshire rebellion in 1489?
A rise in taxes to fun foreign affairs with Brittany
What was the cause of the Cornish rebellion in 1497?
A rise in taxes to fund an army against Scotland who were supporting Warbeck
Who was the biggest landowner after the Henry VII?
The church
