Key Indiviudals Flashcards
Who did Elizabeth, the Elector Palatine, marry in 1613?
Frederick Wittlesbach
A Protestant prince
Elizabeth’s marriage was orchestrated by James I.
Who was Ferdinand II?
Habsburg Holy Roman Emperor
Ferdinand II played a significant role in the Thirty Years’ War.
Who was Cardinal Richelieu?
Chief minister of France
Richelieu was instrumental in consolidating royal power and countering the influence of the nobility.
Runs the country
What was the role of the Earl of Essex?
Lieutenant
The Earl of Essex was a prominent figure in English politics and military affairs.
Who assembled a force of 2,200 to command?
Sir Horace Vere
Sir Horace Vere was a notable military leader during the Thirty Years’ War.
Who was Sir Edward Coke?
Leading prosecuting lawyer for the crown
Cokes actions were significant in the legal proceedings of the time.
Angered janes by saying law above the king
Made legal decisions haiansybgov Conroe on
Was sacked as judge ( warning of opposing the king)
1621 = MP again
What was the significance of Lionel Cranfield?
Lord Treasurer
Cranfield served as a key financial administrator during a turbulent political period.
First earl if Middlesex
Impeachment
What does ‘impeachment’ refer to?
The process of charging a public official with misconduct
Impeachment is a constitutional mechanism to hold officials accountable.
Who was Richard Montagu?
Cleric censured by the Archbishop
Montagu’s theological views were controversial and led to disciplinary actions.
1624- ‘A new gag for an old goose’
Argues against cal is it ideas attacked by Pym and MPs arrested briefly Charles appoints him a Royal Chaplain
In what year was the MP against James I amazed as king?
1621
This year marked significant political tensions in the English Parliament.
Fill in the blank: Sir Edward Cone was angered by James I’s decisions against _______.
Crown control
This reflects the ongoing struggle between monarchy and parliamentary power.
