James II Flashcards
What was the 1687 Declaration of Indulgence?
An attempt by James to remove penal laws against catholics and dissenters
It wasn’t passed by Parliament
What was the country like when he was crowned?
The country was stable
No war
Good finance
People celebrated his corrination as he promised to defend the Church of England
Which political party did William favour?
None
He didn’t choose between Whigs or Tories
What was the Monmouth Uprising 1685?
Am attempt by James Croft Duke of Monmouth Chstles IT’S illegitimate son to take the throne
He didn’t have much support and it failed
The Act of Attainder was passed and he was executed
What was the Godden v Hales case 1686?
Edward Hales was put sued by his coachman Godden for not taking part in Anglican communion
The king was given the power to to decide if Hales was at fault
What was the 1688 Declaration of Indulgence?
The 2nd Declaration issued and given to Bishops to read in their parish
7 Bishops refused
What was the 7 Bishops trial?
The trial of Bishops who refused to read out the Declaration of Indulgence
They had more public sympathy then the king
The judge pulled in the Bishops favour
How much did James receive as an annula subsidy?
£2 million
Who was James II’s wife?
Mary of Modena
What happened to James when William invaded?
He fled to France
