Richard Duke of York

Question 1

Dynastic Claim

Answer 1

York had a strong claim to the throne through Edward III
both paternally and maternally = stronger than Henry’s claim
However, York was always careful not to present himself as a Dynastic rival to Henry VI
York showed his full allegiance to Henry VI

Question 2

Principled Position

Answer 2

supported Henry
well admired as he didn’t seek the approval of other nobles and did what’s best for England
Protector of England after Henry’s breakdown
was a peacekeeper = tried to settle the Percy-Neville dispute

Question 3

Economic Greed

Answer 3

York spent rashly + owed a lot to the crown
however, the crown owed York £38,000
married Cecily Neville for wealth

Question 4

Wich nobles supported York?

Answer 4

York relied on the Earl of Salisbury and Shrewsbury for advice
hated Somerset and wanted to remove him from court due to the loss of France
EoDevon supported him in his use of force
due to factions, it was difficult to win the support of the nobility

Question 5

Strengths of York

Answer 5

York with the greatest magnate of the era
strong claim to the throne
good lieutenant in France = power
support from EoDevon
Cades rebels supported him

Question 6

Di the ppl support York?

Answer 6

Cade’s rebels described him as a high and Mighty Prince Who they believed would restore good government
In 1450 many saw him as the saviour of the common weal

EoDevon supported him in his use of force

Question 7

Act of Resumption

Answer 7

overturning grants made over a period of time

Question 8

Thomas Young

Answer 8

In 1451 Thomas young put forward a petition in Parliament that the Duke of York should be recognised as heir apparent Henry VI who was still childless

Young was swiftly removed to the Tower of London for his impertinence