Nine day queen Flashcards
What happened on 6th July 1553
Edward died without naming a legal heir which means the crown ultimately fell to Mary
Where did Mary flee to when Edward died
Norfolk
What did Northumberland do in retaliation to Mary fleeing
Sent ships to stop her escaping
Who was pronounced queen at the proclamation of Edwards death
Jane Grey
What did Mary send that stated she wanted to be queen
Right to title
What does Northumberland wish he had done to Mary
Capture her
When did Northumberland begin his march
14th July
When did Mary begin her march
19th July
Who and how many people followed Mary
20,000 including gentry
What does the privy council do in retaliation to Marys march
Realise they made a mistake and proclaim her queen
When was Mary proclaimed queen
19th August
When was Northumberland beheaded
22nd August
What can we take away about Northumberland from the devyse
Tried to interfere with legitimate succession
Power grab due to nepotism
Illegal actions
Alienated councillors
Little positive support by the end
What can we take away about Mary from the devyse
Acted bravely and decisively
Support from nobility, gentry and commoners
Ideal ruler
