The Lovell revolt 1486 Flashcards
What was the Lovell revolt in 1486?
While H7 was on progress he received news that viscount Lovell and Sir Humphrey Stafford had raised a rebellion in the West Midlands which coincided was rebellion in the Welsh marches
How did H7 react to this?
Bedford dealt with the marches while Henry summoned support from Nobles
he received support and dispatched 3000 men
Where did Lovell hope to gain support from?
Lovell marched to the city of York hoping to gain support for Edward, Earl of Warwicks claim to the throne
What did the Rebels do upon seeing the Royal Army?
the Royal troops quickly gathered showing strength and unity
the Rebels upon seeing this quickly fled + the rebellion was preempted
What happened to the leaders of the Rebellion?
Lovell deserted his army and fled
Stafford also fled but was captured and executed
What happened to the rebels?
the Rebels were offered free pardons instead of Execution showing Henry’s desire to avoid bloodshed and want for reconciliation
What was the importance of the Lovell revolt in 1486?
many historians say that the Lovell revolt was no real threat to the regime
the importance of this came from the pardons issued to the rebels
they demonstrate the general discontent for Henry’s rule
What happened after the rebellion when Henry return to London?
after the rebellion, Henry returned to London
In September 1486 Elizabeth gave birth to their first child Arthur
