The significance of Richards deposition Flashcards
1
Q
What dangerous precedent did Henry’s seizure of the throne introduce?
A
That an unpopular monarch could be deposed in favour of a more able monarch with weaker claim.
2
Q
What idea did Henry’s usurpation undermine?
A
That the king had been chosen by God.
3
Q
Why had the deposition of Edward II not been dangerous?
A
It was in favour of his son.
4
Q
What did the undermining of divine right underlyingly cause?
A
War of roses.
