The Spanish Marriage Flashcards

1
Q

Who were the two choices?

A
  • Edwards Courtenay (Earl of Devon, supported by Gardiner)

- Philip II (Supported by Paget)

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2
Q

List the pros and cons of Philip II

A
Pros  
Politically experienced
He as an empire  
Trading partners 
Cons
Spanish
Becoming a colony of Spain 
Getting tied up in Spanish wars
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3
Q

List the pros and cons of Edward

A
Pros 
 Popular 
Royal roots 
He is English 
Catholic 
Cons
Bad reputation 
Immature 
Naive to politics
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