James’ Beginnings Flashcards
Who were James’ tutors?
George Buchanan and Peter Young
Who was James’ first favourite?
Esme Stewart
Which regents were murdered during James’ childhood?
Earl of Moray, Earl of Lennox and the Earl of Mar
Which book did James commission to be made?
The King James Bible
What treaty stopped the border wars with England and when?
The Treaty of Berwick in 1586
What did James call England?
The land of milk and honey
What year did James end the war with Spain?
1604
How old was James when he was crowned King?
12 months (around)
How old was James when he officially became King?
He became nominal ruler in 1576, but took full control in 1581.
Which three books did James write and when?
-Demonology in 1597
-Trew Law of Free Monarchies in 1598
-Basilikon Doron in 1599 (a treatise on government)
When did James marry his wife?
He married Anne of Denmark in 1589
How many children did James have?
Altogether he had 7 children, 3 of them survived infancy (Henry, Elizabeth, Charles) but Henry died 1612 before reaching adulthood
Who were his parents?
Mary Queen of Scots and Lord Darnley
How was his relationship with Mary?
She had no influence on him, he hadn’t seen her since he was a baby
What religion was James?
Presbyterian (extreme Puritan)
