Who were Somerset and Northumberland? Flashcards
What were Somerset’s positive qualities?
1/ A man of actions
2/ Mildly radical protestant
3/ Accumulated wealth and jewels
What were seven of Somerset’s negative qualities?
1/ Stubbornly committed to certain politics
2/ Obsessed by Scottish problem
3/ Obsessive gambler
4/ Autocratic and arrogant ruler
5/ Not well-educated or bookish
6/ Spent too lavishly - Built Somerset House
What sort of family was Somerset born into?
Born Edward Seymour, brother of Jane Seymour.
How did Somerset gain favour in Henry’s reign?
1/ 1537 - Became member of Privy Council
2/ Diplomacy and on the battlefield Scotland and France in 1540’s
3/ Elected as Protecter on 31st January 1547
What is the timeline of Somerset fall from power?
After becoming Duke of Somerset, was dismissed and imprisoned in 1549.
1550 - Released and returned to PC.
1552 January - Tried and executed.
What six positive traits did Northumberland possess?
1/ Skilled politician
2/ Not pious
3/ Effective at delegating responsibility
4/ Soldier
5/ Ambitious for Power
6/ Opportunist
What negative trait did Northumberland possess?
Suffered from illness and depression.
What family was Northumberland born into?
Born John Dudley in 1504 - son of Edmond Dudley. Executed by Henry VIII as scapegoat for Henry VII’s financial policy.
How did Northumberland gain favour under Henry VIII?
1/ Various court posts ie. Master of the Horse for Anne of Cleves.
2/ Became Viscount of Lisle in 1542
3/ 1540’s earned military reputation against Scotts and French.
What posts did Northumberland possess after Henry’s death?
1547 - Became Earl of Warwick and Lord Great Chamberlain.
1549 - Crushed Kett’s Rebellion
What did Northumberland organise?
Removal of Somerset in October 1549 and then became Lord President of the Council in January 1550.
When did he become Duke of Northumberland?
October 1551
What did Northumberland attempt to change and when?
The succession in his own advantage in July 1553.
When was he removed and executed?
August 1553 - Died on 22nd.
