Henrys claim to the throne Flashcards
1
Q
was henrys a weak or strong claim?
A
weak
2
Q
why was henrys claim weak?
A
bc it was through his mom and she was a descendant from illegitimate branch of Lancastrians
3
Q
who has a better claim than Henry?
A
several Yorkists.. including
Elizabeth of York (Edward IV oldest daughter)
Edward earl of Warwick (Edward IV and Richard III nephew)
John, Edmund and Richard de la pole (nephews of Edward IV )
4
Q
was Henry aware he would be usurped?
how did he plan to prevent this?
A
yes
creating Tudor dynasty
5
Q
when did Henry date his reign?
why?
A
21st august 1485, day before battle of Bosworth
bc then he declare Yorkist threats treasonous and he could take Yorkist property
