Problems of Succession Flashcards
What had Henry VIII written in his will with regards to the succession?
Should be succeeded by Edward IV, but that if Edward should die without children, then he should be succeeded by Princess Mary
When did the succession become a problem?
February 1553 - Edward very ill
Why did Edward’s ill health worry Northumberland?
If Mary were to come to the throne, Catholicism would be restored. Having supported a more radical form of Protestantism, Northumberland would be ruined.
What was the name of Northumberland’s big plan to alter the succession?
The Devyse
Who did Northumberland want to be in line for the throne?
Lady Jane Grey (Protestant and married to his son)
What happened in June 1553?
Mary and Elizabeth declared illegitimate and preparations were made to call a Parliament to ratify the new succession
Why did the Devyse fail?
Edward died on 6 July 1553 before parliament could meet. Without parliamentary sanction, the Devyse was illegal.
Overall, was the Devyse successful?
No, Mary became Queen and was greeted favourably by the English people
