James’ Failed Foreign Policies Flashcards
1
Q
What were the reasons may contemporaries argued against James’ foreign policy?
A
- Decision to make peace with two major rival’s made him look weak.
- Caused concerns that England was moving towards Catholicism.
- Parliament disagreed as they wanted war with Spain and France.
2
Q
Why did Parliament oppose the Great Contract?
A
They wanted Charles to marry a Protestant instead of a Catholic
3
Q
Why did his foreign policies cause a fractious relationship with Parliament?
A
He refused to listen to what they wanted.
