James I Flashcards
Who becomes James I of England in 1603?
James VI of Scotland
This marks the beginning of the Stuart dynasty.
What event occurs in July 1603 as James progresses to London?
He is mobbed by a crowd of spectators and welcomed with warmth.
Shows his initial popularity
What was presented to James in November 1603?
Millenary Petition
This document contained Puritan grievances against the Church of England.
What and when was the Hampton Court Conference and what was it?
Jan-April 1604
Meeting between James, Bishops, and Puritan leaders to address demands for reform.
James rejected most demands but agreed to a new prayer book.
James won’t agree to more because of belief in divine right and ‘no bishop, no king’.
When was the Treaty of London and what was it?
Aug 1604
Ends war with Spain which had been ongoing since 1585
Demonstrates James as ‘rex pacificus’ with this achievement.
What significant suggestion did James make in 1604?
The uniting of England and Scotland.
This caused issues until 1607.
When were Bancroft’s Canons approved and what were they?
1604
Some reaffirmed medieval subscriptions
All bishops to subscribe to three articles and ministers to use the authorized services in the Book of Prayer.
Episocopy, power of Bishops
Gunpowder Plot
A Catholic conspiracy on 5 November 1605
Inspired the Oath of Allegiance but didn’t increase Catholic persecution.
James showed lenience and did not increase Catholic persecution.
When was the Bates Case and what was it?
1606
Ruled that the King had the power to impose duties on imported goods without Parliament’s consent.
Increased the King’s financial authority.
What did the Oath of Allegiance require from Catholics and from when?
1606
To swear allegiance to James I instead of the pope.
What was issued in 1608 that increased customs revenues?
A new book of rates listing commodities and associated customs duties that were paid to the Crown
Increased customs revenues by £70,000 per year.
What significant event began in 1609?
The plantation of Ulster.
English crown systematically colonised the Ulster province of Ireland, through settling large numbers of protestant settlers
Increased tensions with Irish native Catholics.
What was the Great Contract and when was it proposed?
1610
Proposed by Robert Cecil
A proposed agreement between the King and Parliament to increase Crown income and reduce debt
Commons would give the Crown a fixed yearly sum in return for the crown giving up wardships.
FELL THROUGH AS BOTH PARLIAMENT AND THE KING REJECT IT.
What significant publication happened in 1611?
The King James Bible was published.
Major show of compromise and religious achievement.
What happened to in 1612
James’ oldest son - Henry - died.
What occurred in 1614 regarding Parliament?
The ‘Addled Parliament’ was dissolved after failing to secure taxation.
Who was convicted of the murder of Sir Thomas Overbury in 1616?
James’ favourite, Robert Carr, and his wife.
Paves way for Buckingham to gain more power
What major conflict began in 1618?
The Thirty Years War
This was initiated with the invasion of Bohemia by the Holy Roman Emperor.
What significant event occurred in 1620 involving Elector Palatine Frederick?
He suffered a crushing defeat at the Battle of the White Mountain.
What was significant about the Parliament recalled in 1621?
It was the first recall since 1614 and was dissolved when it criticized James’ foreign policy.
What was the Monopolies Act passed in 1624 intended to do?
Limit royal abuse of monopolies and restrict patents for new inventions.
What happened in 1625?
James I dies and is replaced by Charles I.
When did Robert Cecil become Lored Treasurer?
1608
When was the failed Madrid Trip?
1623
what/when Anglo-French Treaty signed
1624, provided for the marriage of Henrietta Maria and Charles
What/When James’ last parliament
1624, the ‘happy parliament
approved impositions and opposed calls for war
impeached Lord Treasuer Cranfield
When and where did James introduce the Book of Sports
1618
only to specific places where there have been issues of religious radicalism seeming to take hold
When did Robert cecil die
1612
When was Abbot made Archbishop of Canterbury and what had he orchestrated?
1611
Helped arrange a union between Scottish and English Church in 1609
