History: Henry VII Flashcards
How long did he rule England for? (Years)
1485-1509
Where did he land before the Battle of Bosworth?
Northern Wales, Milford Haven, Northern Haven
Who and where did he meet up with before the battle?
Lord Stanley
In Shrewsbury
Who and what started the battle?
Archers
Long Bows
Who’s side did Lord Stanley join?
Henry VII
Who won the battle and what happened after?
Henry VII
Richard’s body got put in public display for 2 days
What were the problems he faced?
Avoiding wars with other countries Stopping the nobles for being too powerful Raising money Being recognised as King Feeling safe in the throne
Expand on Avoiding wars with other countries.
He got his eldest son Arthur to marry a Spanish princess Catherine of Aragon
This would form a bond with Spain
When Arthur died, Henry got his other son, Henry VIII to marry her as well
Expand on Stopping the nobles for being too powerful.
He banned them form using their servants as soldiers
He fined them with lots of money if they were caught with an army
Expand on Raising money.
He sent officials around the country to find ways of raising money
If they saw a big house, they would force the owner to pay him money
Expand on Being Recognised as King
He made sure everyone knew he was the new King
He used symbols to decorate churches am monarch houses
Also used in painting is the King
Expand on Feeling safe in the throne.
He made sure he had the best canons in the country
He could use them to destroy a barons castle if they tried to rebel against him
