How Thomas Cromwell Rise To Power Flashcards
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Cromwell personality
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Seen as ruthless
Prepared to do the kings dirty work such as organising
Capable of great loyalty to his friends
Able to be witty and was charming and persuasive when he needed to be
2
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Reasons for Cromwell’s rise to power
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Loyalty
Cromwell remained loyal to wolsey defending him in Parliament
This loyalty impressed Henry who was prepared to promote Cromwell
Wit and charm
Allowed him to gain supporters in the court
Efficiency
Henry involved himself more in day to day government so Cromwell able to carry his instructions quickly
3
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When did he become a member of the privy council
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1531
4
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How did he become inflicted by Protestant
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Travelled and lived in Europe
Shaped his thinking on te annulment the church and the monasteries
