Henry VIII and Consolidation of Power Flashcards
1
Q
When did HVIII become king?
A
1509
2
Q
Who did HVIII arrest within days of becoming king?
A
Empson and Dudley of the Council Learned in Law
3
Q
What did HVIII initially do to show that he had a different attitude towards nobles?
A
Disbanded the Council Learned in Law and cancelled 175 bonds
4
Q
What did HVIII continue to use to maintain peace?
A
JPs
5
Q
Who was Lord Chancellor at the beginning of HVIII’s reign?
A
Sir Thomas More
