James I's Policy towards Spain and the Thirty Years War Flashcards
When did the 30 Years War start and why?
1618 and Frederick invaded Bohemia (lands belonging to the Hapsburg empire)
What was James’ opinion on the events?
Against what Frederick had done
Who became emperor of the HRE?
Archduke Ferdinand
When did Ferdinand defeat Frederick and where?
1619 and Bohemia
What did Frederick do further?
Attacked the Palatinate
Where else did war resume in 1621?
Spain and Netherlands
What did the Battle of White Mountain cause?
Frederick and Elizabeth stranded, had to flee Prague
What was James’ stance on the situation in 1621?
- Public supportive of Fred/Liz
- James without a strong enough army
- MP’s urged James to marry Charles to a Protestant but he thought a Catholic marriage could help get the Palatinate back
- MP’s wanted naval war with Spain
What did James decide for Charles?
The Spanish match was the best hope of restoring Frederick
What did the Spanish want?
Weren’t bothered by the marriage, just wanted James to be neutralised
When and why did Charles and Buckingham go to Madrid?
1623 - to show commitment to Maria
What happened as a result of the Madrid trip?
Charles and Buckingham humiliated and wanted revenge
Who led an expedition to Germany and what was the outcome?
Lord Mansfield and total failure; most died to plague whilst crossing Channel
Who did James want to marry Charles to in the end?
Henrietta-Maria of France
What was the overriding problem?
Lack of funds and MPs wanting war
