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The Great Rebellion Flashcards

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How did the nature of the Angevin Empire contribute to the origins of the Great Rebellion?

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Henry II aimed to distribute his territories between his sons which caused friction amongst the family regarding when that land/money would become theirs.

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Which son was recognised as the heir to Eleanor of Aquitaine’s land?

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Richard the Lionheart

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Why did Henry have to grant John 3 castles in 1172?

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To secure marriage agreements with Count Humbert of Maurienne.

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Why was outraged sparked amongst Henry’s sons in 1172?

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Young Henry had been crowned but didn’t get own any land, his youngest brother now possessed 3 castles.

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What date did Young Henry flee to Paris to begin the rebellion?

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March 1173

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How did Louis VII support Young Henry’s rebellion?

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he promoted his cause amongst French barons in return for land.

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How did Queen Eleanor support Young Henry’s rebellion?

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She sent both Richard and Geoffrey to support their brother.

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Why didn’t Eleanor make it to Paris to join the Rebellion?

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She was captured by Henry’s forces

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What date was Eleanor of Aquitaine captured?

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November 1173.

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Why could Henry II be blamed for Eleanor’s betrayal?

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He failed to fulfil her claim on Toulouse and when the Count of Toulouse paid homage, it was paid to King Henry and not Eleanor or Richard who was named as her heir.

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Why could Henry II be blamed for his son’s betrayal?

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He promised them land but failed to fairly distribute it & Young Henry’s coronation was an example of Henry using his son’s for his own political gain. (Becket Dispute)

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What year did the Count of Toulouse pay homage to Henry?

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1173

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How could Eleanor be blamed for the Rebellion?

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She sent her sons over to support Young Henry & was clearly frustrated over her lack of authority in her own territories: Aquitaine & Toulouse.

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How could Richard be blamed for the Great Rebellion?

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He was the last to surrender in 1174.

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How could Young Henry be blamed for the Great Rebellion?

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He instigated the rebellion by fleeing to Paris and forming an alliance with Henry’s rival, King Louis.
He also gathered support by promising French Baron’s land and riches in return.

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Why were people so eager to support the Rebellion?

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Henry had destroyed and seized many baron’s land & castles,
Many saw young Henry as the future and decided to support him,
Henry had began to claim lands owned by Norman barons,
Cartae Baronum led to hostility in both England and France

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What year did Henry begin to reclaim lands owned by Norman Barons?

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1171

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What year was the cartae baronum first issued?

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1166

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How was Louis able to support the Great Rebellion?

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He was Feudal Overlord

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How could Louis’ involvement be seen as a personal vengeance?

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He encouraged Young Henry to demand his inheritance & if the Angevin Empire could be divided, it would be less threatening.

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How did Louis play his part in the Great Rebellion?

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Called French Barons to Paris to support the rebellion & Co-ordinated attacks on Normandy in 1173&74.

22
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What year was the Truce at Gisors suggested?

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1173

23
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How did Louis react to the truce suggested by King Henry at Gisors?

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He refused it.

24
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How did Louis contribute to the failure of the Great Rebellion?

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His failure to capture Rouen led to the collapse of the enterprise.

25
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What date did Raymond of Toulouse warn Henry that his family were plotting against him?

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February, 1173.

26
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What date did Young Henry attack Pacy & Gournay in Normandy?

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May, 1173

27
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How did Richard de Lucy (Justiciar) aid Henry in the Great Rebellion?

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By focusing his attacks on the rebel town of Leicester in July 1173.

28
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How did Prince Philip weaken the force of the Rebellion?

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His heir was killed causing him to retire from battle.

29
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What date was Philip’s heir killed?

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August 1173.

30
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Where did Henry II focus his efforts during the Great Rebellion?

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on Louis army by forcing opposing armies to retreat and surrender.

31
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What date did Henry arrange the talk at Gisors?

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September 1173

32
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What date did Richard de Lucy manage to drive the Scottish army back?

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September 1173.

33
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When did King William cross into England and capture northern castles?

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April 1174

34
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Who suppressed the invading Northern armies?

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Henry’s illegitimate son Geoffrey Plantagenet.

35
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What date did Henry secure Normandy?

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June 1174

36
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Why was securing Normandy significant?

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Henry could return to England.

37
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When did the Rebellion end in England?

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July 1174

38
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When was the truce established between Henry and Louis?

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August 1174.

39
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How did Louis break the truce established in August 1174?

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By attempting to invade Rouen a second time.

40
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When was peace finally established to end the Rebellion?

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September 1174.

41
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What was Young Henry given after the Great Rebellion?

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Two Castles, an annual revenue of £15,000

42
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What was Richard given after the Great Rebellion?

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Two Poitevin Castles and half the revenues of Poiou.

43
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What was Geoffrey given after the Great Rebellion?

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Half the revenues of Brittany, all of it would be his after his marriage.

44
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How was John rewarded for his loyalty after the rebellion?

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2 castles in England, 2 in Normandy, 3 in Anjou and revenues from English and Norman exchequers.

45
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How long did Eleanor remain in captivity?

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for the rest of Henry’s reign until he died in 1189.

46
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How was the King of Scotland punished for his betrayal?

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he was forced to sign the Treaty of Falaise in 1174.

47
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What did the Treaty Of Falaise secure?

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Henry was acknowledged as overlord for Scotland.

48
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How were the English Rebels punished?

A

They lost castles and some land.

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