Wolsey Flashcards
What did he do as his role as a bursar at Oxford?
developed talent for organisation until a decision about whether he had obtained proper permission to authorise a building project forced him to leave.
What did he use the support of Richard Fox for?
to gain promotion to the office of Royal Almoner. responsible for distributing leftover food to the needy poor.
In what year was Wolsey entrusted with the organisation of the following year’s expedition to France?
- he organised transport, supplies and equipment for 30,000 man army, which Henry led himself. this expedition went well and Wolsey was drawn into the peace neogotiations that followed.
Why did Henry engineer Wolsey’s rapid promotion to higher office?
he was impressed by the efficiency of Wolsey in delivering success in Europe. by 1514, Henry was referring all major business to Wolsey.
Who did Wolsey anger at court?
those with a high social rank, angered those by being ruthless and discourteous. this was because they had major influence to the king and wosley felt threatened by this.
When did he become the Dean of York and Bishop of Tournai?
- conquered Tournai in the French campaign.
When was he made Bishop of Lincoln and Archbishop of York?
1514.
When and who made Wolsey Cardinal?
Pope Leo X in 1515. the cardinal position was a high ranking position in the Catholic Church. he was also made Lord Chancellor in Henry’s govt when Warham died.
When was he appointed Papal Legate?
1518, by Pope Leo X. it allowed him to deputise for the Pope and exercise papal powers.
How did he use his legal powers?
as Lord Chancellor and his network of informants to intimidate anyone he saw as a rival.
When did he become Bishop of Durham and Winchester?
1523 (Durham) and 1529 (Winchester). These positions attracted good income.
What were the Eltham Ordinances used for in 1526?
they laid out the methods for reorganising chaotic finances of the Privy Chamber and making king’s household more efficient. Wolsey used this to decrease the influence of others at court and increase the control he could exert himself over various aspects of government.
Why did he want to promote civil law?
it was originally based on natural justice and evidence rather than common law which was based on precedent.
When did Luther publish the 95 Theses?
1517.
