Post-Roman Britain to the Tudors (410 - 1485) Flashcards
Q: What happened in 410 AD in Britain?
A: In 410 AD, the Romans left Britain, leaving it vulnerable to invasions by Irish raiders, Picts (from Scotland), and Germanic tribes like the Angles, Saxons, and Jutes.
Q: What was the role of Christianity during the Heptarchy in post-Roman Britain?
A: During the Heptarchy, Anglo-Saxon kingdoms embraced Christianity, which played a role in unifying them for both religious and political purposes.
Q: When did Viking invasions begin and how did they impact Britain?
A: Viking invasions began in the 790s and peaked in the 9th century, reshaping Britain and leaving a lasting Scandinavian influence until the Norman Conquest.
Q: What was the significance of the Norman Conquest of 1066?
A: The Norman Conquest, led by William I (the Conqueror), established a centralized feudal system in Britain, ending the Dark Ages that followed the Roman departure.
Q: Who was the first Plantagenet king?
A: Henry II (1154-1189) was the first Plantagenet king.
Q: Which king traded Normandy for peace with France?
A: King John traded Normandy for peace with France.
Q: What were the impacts of Norman rule on Britain?
A: Norman rule brought in William’s knights, clergy, and new architectural styles, including the Norman style.
Q: Who were the children of Henry II and Eleanor of Aquitaine?
A: Henry II and Eleanor of Aquitaine had two sons: Richard the Lionheart and John Lackland.
Q: What was the Magna Carta and when was it signed?
A: The Magna Carta, signed in 1215 under King John, marked the first limitation of monarchic power and introduced the requirement for the king to seek advice before acting, leading to the birth of Parliament.
Q: What was the War of the Roses and how did it end?
A: The War of the Roses (1455-1485) was a civil war between the York (White Rose) and Lancaster (Red Rose) factions. It ended in 1485 with Henry Tudor (Lancaster) defeating Richard III (York) at the Battle of Bosworth and founding the Tudor dynasty.
