Flashcards in Henry VII: Consolidation of Power Deck (3)
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1
Q
Why was it crucial that Henry consolidated power as soon as possible
A
Because his claim to the throne was exceptionally weak - being through his mother, Margret Beaufort
2
Q
Name at least 5 methods Henry used to consolidate his power
A
- Predating of his reign
- Dealing with the Yorkist threat promptly and harshly
- Patronage for supporters
- Marriage to Elizabeth of York
- Foreign Policy
- Control over the nobility
3
Q
How did predating his reign enable further consolidation of power?
A
By predating his reign (21st August) he was able to class those who fought against him as traitors
This enabled him to use Acts of Attainder against them, a masterful show of political acumen because it raised previously-dwindled royal coffers while controlling nobility and reducing threat of noble-supported rebellion.
