Wolseys Foreign Policy Flashcards
What were 3 of Wolseys foreign policy aims
Better relationship with France to make sure England isn’t left diplomatically isolated, give Henry international prestige and provide opportunity for Henry to gain military glory in battle
When was the treat of London
1518
What was the treaty of London
An agreement that neither England France or Spain would attack each other - non aggressive foreign policy
Was the treat of London a success
Yes
Why was the treat of London a success
Made Henry seem like a European peace maker, people viewed England with significant power, was praised and put England in the centre of European politics
What happened in 1519
Charles I became Charles V Holy Roman Emperor
What happened in 1521
War between France and Habsburg empire restarted breaking the treaty of London
Why did war restart in 1521
Francis I wanted to holy roman emperor but Charles I was chosen, France was surrounded by Habsburg land and Charles inherited claim to duchy of Milan which was currently under French control
When was the field of cloth of gold
1520
What was the field of cloth of gold
A series of conferences with Francis and Charles that Wolsey and Henry set up to prevent war but they really just wanted to see what would be offered if war did break out as they could be a ally to either
When was the meeting in Calais
June 1520
What was the purpose of the meeting in Calais
Henry and Francis both wanted to show of their prestige and it was a fortnight of feasting and jousting
What was the outcome of the feild of cloth of golf
No decisions were made that would bring peace and englands relationship with France didnt improve and Spain had suspicions that England was taking sides
How did Henry view the feild of cloth of gold
He was it as a success because it out him in the middle of European politics and brought immense honour and prestige
What happened in 1522
Henry declared war on France