Problems of succession (13) Flashcards
What was Northumberland’s reputation now like?
It had been tarnished by his attempt to alter the succession.
What had Henry VIII laid down in his will about the succession?
He should be succeeded by his son Edward, but if Edward should die without children, then he should be succeeded by Princess Mary.
What was an issue for Northumberland?
Henry VIII plan for succession in his will.
When did Edward become ill?
February 1533
When was it reported by a Venetian ambassador that he was dying?
The end of March 1533.
Why did Northumberland have a problem with the succession plan due to Edward’s health declining fast?
If Edward was to die Mary would come to the throne and therefore Catholicism would be restored however Northumberland supporters a more radical form of Protestantism, therefore his life would be in danger.
What was the plan called to alter the succession?
The Devyse, an idea that may well have come from Edward rather than Northumberland.
What was Edward anxious about?
The continuation of Protestantism in the event of his death and was prepared to exclude both his half-sisters (Mary and Elizabeth) from the succession.
Who was Northumberland preferred choice as the next monarch?
Lady Jane Grey
Who was Lady Jane Grey in relation to Northumberland?
She was married to Northumberland’s son Gilford Dudley therefore his daughter-in-law.
What was declared in June 1533?
Mary and Elizabeth were both declared illegitimate and preparations were made to call parliament to ratify the new succession. However Edward died on the 6th July 1553 before that Parliament could meet.
What was the Devyse without parliamentary sanction?
Patently illegal.
What did Northumberland do with his plan about Lady Jane Grey?
It took him 3 days to carry out his plan and not until the 9th July 1553 did he proclaim Lady Jane Grey as queen.
