The crisis over the succession in 1553 Flashcards
Who did Edward choose to succeed him and why?
Lady Jane Grey; she was Protestant
What was Lady Jane Grey’s claim to the throne?
Edward’s second cousin
Why did Northumberland suggest Jane Grey as Edward’s heir?
His son was married to her
How old was Jane Grey when she was proclaimed queen?
15
What Act of Succession from 1544 did Henry ensure the line to go to Mary in the event of the death of a childless Edward?
Third Act of Succession
Edward was fearful of the reversal of his Protestant changes to the throne if Mary came to the throne. Did the Privy Council support or not support this view?
Support
What was the ‘Devyse?’
A statement of the changes to the succession by Edward, excluding Mary
How long was Lady Jane Grey the Queen of England?
9 days
How large was the force mustered by Northumberland in support of Queen Jane?
3000
What was the reason for East Anglia’s support for Mary?
Religious and anger at Northumberland treatment of the 1549 Kett rebels
Before his execution, what did Northumberland request?
That he confesses his sins to a Catholic priest
After initially sparing Lady Jane Grey and Guilford from execution, what persuaded Mary to change her mind?
The Wyatt rebellion
