Stability of the Monarchy Flashcards
What was the result of Long and costly wars against France and Scotland?
Rising food prices and falling wages
What policies were a result of the poor economic situation? (3)
Debasement
Loans of £100,000
Selling monastic lands
What was the result of deabasement and how was is avoided?
Debasement would create £1.3 million but would lead to inflation - the issue was avoided by good harvests 1538-47
How did Henry reform his council?
He made it balanced between the reformists and Catholics as under Henry it had become far more reformist
What was the issue with the council?
Every member in the council had an equal voice, making it difficult for decisions to be agreed upon
Who was name Lord protector and what was the general response?
Edwrad Seymour was named Lord Protector, this was natural and unsurprising - reputation as a strong soldier
What would happen in the council under Somerset?
Somerset would dominate the council, providing the opposition with new titles. By March Somerset had sole power and in essence, was the king
What does Seymour change his title to?
Somerset
Why was his new role contreversial?
Went against Henry’s wishes
How would somerset use his position?
Somerset would abuse his position, using it to further his wealth and power
What were the councillors response to Somerset abusing his position?
Other councillors didn’t like this and criticised him for this
