Henry VIII Foreign Policy Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
What did the Treaty of Etaples (1510) involve?
A
Renewed from original (1592)
End Yorkist support
Recognise Dynasty
Continue pensions
2
Q
What did Henry’s early anti-French sentiment lead to?
A
Sent Christopher Bainbridge (Archbishop of York) to persuade Pope Julius II to enter anti-French alliance, this led to the creation of the Holy League
3
Q
How would the “Holy League” benefit England?
A
Help establish England as a strong European - improved relations and cooperation against France
4
Q
Where did Henry send an army of 10000 men 1512?
A
France (army led by Marquis of Dorset)
5
Q
What was the Battle of the Spurs?
A
An attack on France 1513 led by Henry - some believed it was performative for military might
