How Did John Lose Support Of William Des Roaches And His Upper Hand Flashcards
What did John do to the leading Lusignians early 1203 and what did they do in return?
He released them but they joined Philip
When did John release the leading Lusignians?
Early 1203
Where did Arthur get moved to in Easter 1203?
Falaise Castle to Rouen Castle
When did Arthur get moved castles from Falaise to Rouen?
Easter 1203
What did moving Arthur do to make John lose support?
It alienated William Des Roaches causing him to switch back to Philip.
Who did William de Roches take with him?
Aimery de Thouars
What did the defection of William de Roches and Aimery de Thouars mean for John’s support?
They would ensure Anjou, Poitu and elsewhere would support John.
How many of the prisoners died of starvation at Corfe Castle?
22 out of 25
What rumours began to spread?
Arthur had been murdered, because no one had seen him after 1203.
