Henry VIII - Regionalism Flashcards
What were Marcher lordships?
Regional lordships found on the Welsh border
When were the Laws in Wales Acts passed?
1536
What three things did the Laws in Wales Acts do?
Divided Wales into shires like England
Gave the Welsh shires representation in the House of Commons
Brought Wales into same legal framework as England
Name the three English ‘Palatinates’
Lancashire
Cheshire
Durham
What did it mean to be a ‘Palatinate’?
A county that had separate jurisdiction from the rest of the country
What did the 1536 Act Resuming Liberties to the Crown do?
Reduced the independence of the Archbishopric of Durham
Which four counties in England bordered Wales?
Shropshire
Herefordshire
Worcestershire
Gloucestershire
Why were the English counties on the Welsh border placed under the jurisdiction of the Council of Wales?
Helped improve the efficiency of administration of law
What did Henry do on the Scottish border to help prevent lawlessness?
Created three ‘Marches’
Why was the North of England difficult to govern?
Distance from London
Which major rebellion occurred in the North of England?
Pilgrimage of Grace
What was the purpose of the Council of the North?
Bring the North of England under royal jurisdiction
Where was the Council of the North based?
York
