The Devise and the succession in 1553 and 1558 Flashcards
Who was behind the plot to change the succession to exclude Mary and why would they want that?
Duke of Northumberland
Because:
- It was essential to preserve his power
- As a Protestant he would loose power when Mary came to the throne
Who did Northumberland marry his son too and what was his sons name?
He married his son Guildford Dudley to Lady jane Grey
What did the May 1553 devise for the Succession initially say
Named the male heirs of the Grey family as successors
Why was the initial Devise for the Succession altered and what to
There were no male heirs and wasn’t likely there would be before Edward died. So Jane was declared heir
When did Edward die
6th July 1553
Who proclaimed themselves Queen after Edward died even though the news was tried to keep quiet
Mary
When was Jane proclaimed Queen
10th July 1553
How long did Lady Jane Grey rule for
9 days
