Timeline of events Flashcards
Henrys coronation
30th October 1485
Meeting with parliament
7th November 1485
When was Henrys reign declared?
Parliament declared henrys reign was from the 21st August 1485
What happened to Richard III after?
Richard and his supporters had been treasonous and their estates became the property of the monarch by act of attainder.
Titulus Regius
Declaration passed by Richard invalidating the marriage between Edward IV and Elizabeth Woodville - making their kids claim to the throne illegitimate.
What did Henrys marriage to Elizabeth symbolise?
It brought both houses together the Yorkists and Lancastrians.
What was Henrys supporters rewarded with?
Henrys uncle jasper tudor was made Duke of Bedford and given control over Wales and marcher lands.