James I: character and views on monarchy; court and favourites Flashcards
What was Robert Carr’s title
earl of somerset
Between what years was Carr in James favour?
1607-1615
What position was Somerset raised to?
Viscount of Rochester
What was the Overbury Scandal?
What happened to Carr and Howard
given death sentence but waived by James in 1616
What was George Villiers title
Duke of Buckingham
Why was Buckingham hated at court?
Low social origins, family links with popery and witchcraft, 1620s had complete control over Patronage and gave honours to family.
James was a firm believer in what?
The divine right of kings
What did James consider himself as?
The peacemaker King
Who had a major influence on James’ court?
His Scottish friends
James view on religion?
Was uneager to publicise his religious beliefs
What did James think of Church factions?
He felt he was above them
James’ view on foreign policy?
A part of his prerogative and parliament has no right to discuss it
What did James do when Parliament took foreign policy to far?
He backtracked and stated foreign policy was his right only
What did James do in response to the 1621 protest?
Ripped up the document and dissolved Parliament
