★ Edward VI Overview Flashcards
When was Edward VI born?
★ 1537
Who was Edward VI’s mother?
★ Jane Seymour
Was Jane Seymour Henry’s third or fourth wife?
★ Third
How old was Edward VI when he came to the throne?
★ Nine
When did Edward VI come to the throne?
★ 1947
Why was Edward’s reign difficult?
★ Inherited a country divided on religious grounds
★ Crown finances had been ruined by expensive wars against France and Scotland
★ To pay for war the coinage had been debased, leading to a considerable rise in the rate of inflation anda substantial decline in real incomes for many
★ Crown’s long-term security had been by Henry VIII selling off monastic lands
What religion was Edward VI?
★ Protestant
What was the Regency Council?
★ Was set up by Henry in his will
★ Helped to govern until Edward reached maturity
★ Comprised of 16 men, with a balance of Catholics and Protestants
What was the problem with the Regency Council?
★ Shared power did not last long, and Edward Seymour (Duke of Somerset) quickly took power
Who was the Duke of Somerset?
★ Jane Seymour’s brother, Edward’s uncle
When was Somerset replaced?
★ 1549
What was Somerset also known as?
★ The Good Duke due to his Social reforms
