Why Henry Tudor Became King (limitations)

Question 1

Henry Tudor’s army size at Bosworth

Answer 1

Henry’s army was still outnumbered 2 to 1 at Bosworth

Example: Despite being at a numerical disadvantage, Henry emerged victorious at the Battle of Bosworth.

Question 2

Henry Tudor’s reliance on others

Answer 2

Henry relied upon the actions of others at Bosworth.

Example: Henry’s success at Bosworth was not solely due to his own actions, but also the support he received from others.

Question 3

Failures of Richard III’s army size at Bosworth

Answer 3

Richard III’s army at Bosworth was still twice the size of Henry Tudor’s demonstrating that he could rally support.

Example: Despite having a larger army, Richard III was unable to secure victory at Bosworth.

Question 4

Richard III’s betrayal at Bosworth

Answer 4

Richard III was ‘unlucky’ to be betrayed at Bosworth

Example: The betrayal of Richard III at Bosworth played a crucial role in the outcome of the battle.

Question 5

Richard III’s personal bravery at Bosworth

Answer 5

Richard demonstrated considerable personal bravery at Bosworth

Example: Despite his defeat, Richard III displayed bravery in the face of adversity at the Battle of Bosworth.

Question 6

Margaret Beaufort’s failed scheming

Answer 6

Margaret’s scheming with Elizabeth Woodville and Buckingham in 1483 failed.

Example: Margaret Beaufort’s political maneuvers did not achieve the desired outcome in 1483.

Question 7

Margaret Beaufort’s limited intervention

Answer 7

As a woman Margaret’s direct ability to intervene was limited due to ‘gendered roles’.

Example: Margaret Beaufort faced challenges in directly influencing political events due to societal expectations based on gender.

Question 8

Support from Brittany in 1483

Answer 8

Support from Brittany had not been large enough in 1483 to allow Henry to invade after English support collapsed.

Example: Despite some external support, Henry Tudor faced obstacles in launching an invasion due to insufficient backing from Brittany.

Question 9

Henry VII’s foreign forces

Answer 9

Henry VII’s foreign forces were relatively small and almost certainly would not have been enough without the later Welsh and English reinforcements.

Example: Henry VII’s initial foreign forces required additional support from Welsh and English reinforcements to secure victory.