Wyatt's Rebellion Flashcards
Causes of Wyatt’s Rebellion
Timing, 1554, suggests Mary’s marriage was the main cause. Hatred of foreigners was easily aroused and rumours of English court being dominated by Spaniards increased unrest. Fears that Mary would be controlled by her Husband and England would be dragged into Hapsburg conflicts.
Religion -
Leaders of the 4-pronged-attack had protestant sympathies. The area around Maidstone where he gained support was Protestant. Upon reaching London the rebels attacked the newly restored Catholic Bishop of Winchester
Events of Wyatt’s Rebellion
1554
Rebellion planned to marry Elizabeth to Courtenay and place her on the throne. Courtenay was forced to reveal details of the plan.
The 4-pronged-attack did not go ahead, instead the uprising occurred only in Kent. Kett feared he would lose influence with a large number of foreigners dominating court.
Wyatt raised 3,000 men, but stopped at Cooling Castle which gave Mary time to rally forces. The rebellion was crushed at Guildhall.
Was Wyatt’s Rebellion a threat to Mary?
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Troops sent to deal witht eh rebellion had switched sides, chanting ‘We are all Englishmen’
Many waited to see what would happen and didn’t initially support Mary
Concerns with Philip were real across England, and the appeal to xenophobia, which was rife, improved the rebels case
The rising was close to London
Lack of punishment after the rebellion showed Mary thought punishment could cause further unrest.
