Henry VIII Foreign Policy 1509-1529 Flashcards
What were Henry’s priorities?
Secure dynasty; have male heir; glory in warfare and respect on the international stage
Who were the two advisers whow wished to continue Henry VII’s careful policy?
What did this policy entail?
Archbishop Warham and Bishop Fox
Close relations with France - truce renewed in 1510
What issues did Henry face with allainces in the beginnings of his reign?
That Maximilian and Ferdiand were not to be trusted and could be swayed by French bribes
When did Henry finally quench his thirst for glory?
Who was it against and where did he wish to take?
1512; France - Aquitaine, England had ruled in Middle Ages
His invasion of France in 1512 was done in alliance with who?
Was this alliance stable?
Ferdinand of Aragon
No, Ferdinand of Aragon used the presence English troops as an opportunity to take Pyrenees
Was the French invasion of 1512 a success?
Where did Henry turn to in 1513?
No, the army was short of supplies, and in 1513 he focussed on Calais
Which two cities did Herny capture in 1513 - were they important?
Therouanne - unimportant, given to Maximilian
Tournai - internationally known
What battle in France was used a propoganda victory?
The Battle of Spurs
Which battle in Scotland has been seen as far more important to Henry than the Battle of Spurs?
Why was it an important victory?
The Battle of Flodden
Earl of Surrey led army at the same time as the French invasion, Scottish army was crushed with 10,000 killed and James IV dead - removed Scottish threat for a number of years
Was the early invasion in France a net gain for England?
No. English finances were exhausted and he had to settle for peace in 1514. France continued to pay Henry VII pension, Henry kept conquests and married off his sister to Louis XII - losing important player in marriage market.
Little long term gain
What was Wolsey’s background and rise to power?
Son of Ipswich Butcher; gained degree form Oxford at 15; a great flatterer of the King - changing his position on war with France when he realised the Kings support.
What was Wolsey’s role under Henry VII?
Was his Chaplain and later Dean of Lincoln and was sent on diplomatic missions
Why was Wolsey able to make his mark early on?
Some of Henry VII’s most important ministers had been removed (Dudley and Empson), or others wanted to retire (Fox and Warham)
Where did Wolsey first make his mark and what impression did he make on the King?
France 1513, where he took on logistical and organisatoinal tasks, which many officials didn’t want because of the difficulty.
Wolsey ignored the rights of those in authority to meet the Kings wishes.
Complaints were made against Wolsey, wich only increased his standing with the King as he was seen to be able to carry out wishes and overcome obstacles.
When was Wolsey appointed Lord Chancellor and Papal Legate?
Lord Chancellor in 1515, Papal Legate 1518 (later given position for life in 1524. Seen as chief minister in around 1514.
