Why did Northumberland fail?

Question 1

When did Northumberland keep Edward’s death a secret (it was not declared)?

Answer 1

-6th July 1553

Question 2

When were sheriffs and justices of nearby counties ordered to raise forces?

Answer 2

-8th July 1553

Question 3

When was Lady Jane Grey taken to Northumberland’s house in Chelsea?

Answer 3

-9th July 1553

Question 4

Why did the plot fail?

Answer 4

-did not mobilise the full military forces at their disposal
-did not act decisively
-he left London
-needed to rally forces, distribute propaganda and lock in support of the Privy Council->unpopular

Question 5

How did Mary act differently to Northumberland, causing her to beat him/?

Answer 5

-acted without hesitation by raising a force, proclaiming herself queen, issuing proclamations, asking for Charles V for support
-legitimacy claim->Divine Right of Kings and the Act of Succession
-committed and borad spectrum of support->religious conservation