M: MARRIAGE Flashcards
Who were Mary’s two marital candidates? Who were each of them supported by?
- Edward Courtenay: Earl of Devon, Supported by Gardiner.
- Philip of Spain, supported by Paget.
Why did Mary prefer Philip II?
As their union would bring England closer to the Habsburgs, the family to which her mother was related.
When did Mary announce to the Privy Council her intention to marry Philip?
October 1553.
What were there serious concerns about regarding Mary’s marriage to Philip?
That such a marriage would drag England into the Habsburgs wars that would not benefit the country.
When was the marriage treaty presented to the Council?
When was it approved?
Presented: 7th December 1553
Approved: January 1554
When did Mary I marry Philip?
25th July 1554
How long after Mary came to the throne, did she marry Philip?
How often was Philip in England?
Twelve months and after the marriage Philip spent more time abroad than in England.
What was one of Mary’s hopes from her marriage with Philip?
To secure a Catholic succession, but this did not occur, partly due to Mary’s age and also because of Philip’s lack of time spent in England.
What did the rebellion caused by the marriage mean for religious legislation?
Postponed until the Spring of 1554.
