Northumberland Rule Flashcards
(19 cards)
Who was rumored to be conspiring with the Earl of Derby against Warwick in April 1551?
Somerset and Shrewsbury opposed religious changes
What title did Warwick hold after becoming the Duke of Northumberland and when did he get it?
President of the Council
October 1551
What did Somerset get a warning about?
Attempting to restore Stephen Gardiner after he had been deprived for failing to conform to 1549 Act of Uniformity- X reassert himself
How many false charges was Somerset arrested on?
33
Include planning to imprison and murder Warwick and 2 other councillors
What was the outcome of Somerset’s trial?
Found guilty and sentenced to death
His trial highlighted the political machinations of the time.
What happened to Michael Stanhope during Northumberland’s rise to power?
Executed
He was one of Somerset’s supporters targeted by Northumberland.
When was Somerset beheaded?
January 22nd, 1552
This event marked the end of his influence and power.
What strategy did Northumberland use to secure his position after gaining power?
Organized the government and council
He employed his supporters and military personnel to strengthen control.
Who commanded the King’s guard under Northumberland’s administration?
Sir John Gates
Gates held significant influence over access to the King.
How did Northumberland change the Privy Council?
Increased its size to 33 members
This allowed him to include his own supporters and military allies.
Decentralisation of power
What significant change did Edward VI express regarding his sister Mary?
He would not tolerate her hearing mass
This indicated Edward’s growing involvement in religious policy.
At what age was it announced that Edward would come of age?
16
This was a departure from the previous age of 18.
What did the new coin pattern in 1553 depict about Edward VI?
The King on horseback, no longer a child. Evolving image of maturing, capable young man
What was Northumberland’s stance on Protestantism?
Advanced Protestantism
He enforced the Second Prayer Book and the 42 Articles during his rule.
What did Northumberland claim during his trial under Mary regarding his faith?
‘Erred from the faith these sixteen years’
This statement reflected his complex religious identity.
How did Northumberland hold power?
He staffed the household with his men, who could control access to Edward. Sir John Gates as Vice Chamberlain commanded kings guard, held the dry stamp and and reported to Northumberland the comings and going in the king
What did Northumberland do for the enclosure issue?
Stopped Somersets anti-enclosure measures and commissioners were withdrawn. Unpopular sheep tax repealed 1550
How did he try and solve the finance issue?
Ended French war and agreed to Treaty of Boulogne. Returns Boulogne for 400,000 crowns
- Seen as national disgrace
- Northumberland more unpopular
How did Northumberland try to fix the debasement issue?
Decision to end debasement April 1551
William Cecil + Thomas Gresham in charge of financial planning
Restore to level of 1527
