What events and factors led to the execution of Clarence in 1478? Flashcards
What has been suggested by some historians as the trigger for Clarences increasingly bizarre behaviour.
The death of his wife Isabel.
When did Isabel die?
1476.
Who did Clarence first suggest he should marry?
The daughter of the Duke of Burgundy.
Why did Edward forbade the Burgundy marriage?
Burgundy was too powerful and he didn’t want to give him a chance for rebellion.
Who did Clarence also suggest he should marry?
The sister of king of Scotland, James iii.
What rumour did Clarence begin to spread?
That Edward and his heirs were illegitimate.
Why did Clarence act reluctant to eat or drink in the presence of the king.
To suggest Edward and Elizabeth were attempting to poison him.
When did Clarence’s behaviour become increasingly erratic?
1467.
Who did Clarence seize and accuse of poisoning his wife?
Isabels former servant
Who did he intimidated to bring about a guilty verdict?
The jury, local sheriff and JPs.
what was the fate of the servant?
She was seized, tried and hanged in 3 days.
What could Edward now claim was his reasons for attacking Clarence?
He abused judicial process.
What was the turning point for Edward charging Clarence with treason?
A member of Clarences household was involved in using magic for ill intent.
What were the two ‘wizards’ names?
Stacey and Burdett.
Why were Stacey and Burdett hanged for treason?
They predicted the early death of Edward and his eldest son.
When Stacey and Burdett charged with treason and hanged?
1477.
What did Clarence read out when he barged into a council meeting enraged?
Statements of innocence for Burdett and Stacey.
Why did Edward read out charges in front of witnesses after Clarence’s interruption of the meeting in London?
He had interfered with justice and violated the laws of the realm.
Where was Clarence placed once Edward had read out the charges against him?
The tower.
When was Clarence tried for treason?
January 1478.
How was he not executed in the usual tradition?
He was executed in secret.
Who passed the sentence instead of Edward?
Buckingham.
Why did the speaker at parliament have to call twice for Clarence’s execution sentence?
People were reluctant to carry out the sentence.
Why was Clarence executed in secret?
Fear of the publics reaction.
