Mid-Tudor Factions Flashcards
1
Q
What were the five steps of Somerset becoming Lord Protector?
A
- Reform faction gained control of the dry stamp and tampered with Henry’s will. This gave the Regency Council the power to award titles.
- Norfolk and Gardiner were removed from power to ensure the Reformers were dominant.
- It soon became clear the Council was unworkable and a strong leader was necessary.
- Somerset was heavily promoted by Paget.
- Somerset used bribes and coercion to take control. His supporters were rewarded.
2
Q
What were the benefits of Somerset as a leader? (3 points.)
A
- He had earned a good reputation in war and was well-regarded by Henry.
- He was Edward’s uncle.
- Church officials new he would push through reforms.
3
Q
What were the six stages of Somerset’s removal from power?
A
- Somerset planned to form a new council, featuring his own allies, instead of the council members originally named by Henry VIII.
- Dudley, Southampton, and Arundel unite against Somerset, mobilising 2,500 troops.
- Somerset gathers peasant support, but is unsuccessful in mustering an army. He appeals for the help of Lord Russell but does not receive it.
- Somerset moved Edward to Hampton Court, then Windsor Castle. Edward is frustrated.
- The rebel Lords accuse Somerset of kidnap and inciting unrest.
- Somerset surrenders and is arrested.
4
Q
What are the five stages of Dudley becoming Lord President?
A
- Arundel and Southampton turn against Dudley. They plan to use his friendship with Somerset to incriminate him.
- Dudley already has the support of Edward and Cramner. Lords St John and Russell also defect to his faction. This creates a Reform majority.
- Due to his control over household administration, Dudley has power over the King, and stations his allies around him.
- Southampton and Arundel are removed from the Council.
- 1552: Somerset executed on fabricated charges.
5
Q
What year was Somerset executed?
A
1552.
