Government reforms Flashcards
1
Q
Who did Henry pick as justiciars?
A
- Richard de Lucy
- Richard Beaumont
2
Q
Who was Thomas Becket?
A
Chancellor of England
3
Q
How did Becket help Henry to win support of London?
A
He served sheriffs of London
4
Q
Why was Henry good at picking men of high power?
A
- He had an eye for talent
- He picked men by ability, not birth
5
Q
How many earldoms were there under Stephen?
A
24
6
Q
What did Henry do with the number of earldoms in 1189?
A
He reduced them to 12 and re-took the lands
7
Q
When was the inquest of the sheriffs?
A
1170
