relations with france and scotland Flashcards
What were the biggest threats to Henry VII?
France and Scotland
Scotland bordered England in the north and France was England’s traditional enemy.
What was the Brittany affair?
Brittany sought English help against France, but Henry’s aid was complicated by Maximilian’s peace with France
Brittany’s defeat led to the marriage of Anne of Brittany to Charles VIII of France.
What was the outcome of Henry VII’s invasion of France in 1492?
The Treaty of Étaples was signed
This treaty included clauses about France not aiding rebels and financial compensation for Henry.
What were the main points of the Treaty of Étaples?
- France would not aid English rebels, particularly Warbeck
- France would pay arrears from the Treaty of Picquigny
- France would pay most of Henry’s expenses for aiding Brittany
- Henry would gain a French pension of £5,000 per year
What was the League of Venice?
An alliance established in 1495 to drive France out of Italy
Initially excluded England but included it when it became the Holy League in 1496.
What was Henry VII’s approach to relations with France after 1492?
Henry signed a trade deal with France while maintaining neutrality in conflicts
This indicated a successful diplomatic balance.
What happened with the League of Cambrai in 1508?
France withdrew from the agreement just before it was signed
France did not want to antagonize Spain, leaving England isolated.
What was the significance of Scotland in Henry VII’s foreign policy?
Scotland was allied with France and posed a threat despite being weaker
Regular conflicts occurred in the border region.
Who was James IV and how did he change relations with England?
James IV came of age in 1495 and sought to assert himself against England
He allied with Warbeck, leading to military conflict.
What was the Truce of Ayton?
A peace agreement signed in 1497 that became full peace in 1499
This was the first peace agreement between England and Scotland since 1328.
What was the outcome of the marriage between Henry’s daughter and James IV?
It provided Henry with further recognition and prevented full-scale war
This marriage occurred in 1503.
True or False: Scotland abandoned its alliance with France after the Truce of Ayton.
False
Skirmishes continued and Scotland maintained its alliance.
