Pilgrimage of Grace 1536-37 Flashcards
(36 cards)
How many monasteries were closed in Yorkshire and why did this cause anger?
100 monasteries
They provided education and charity to the poor.
What Religious change did the Pilgrimage of Grace rebels oppose?
Henry VIII as the Head of the Church.
They wanted the return of the Pope.
What symbol did the Pilgrimage of Grace rebels use to show their religious motivation?
The Five Wounds of Christ banner.
Why was the 1534 Subsidy Act unpopular?
It was still being collected in 1536, causing financial strain during hard times.
Which royal advisor was especially disliked in the north and why?
Thomas Cromwell was seen as the architect of unpopular religious and political reforms.
How did Lord Darcy’s actions before the Pilgrimage of Grace show political causes for rebellion?
He asked Henry VIII to slow the closure of monasteries but his advice was dismissed completely.
What economic grievance did Lincolnshire rebels have ?
Landowners enclosed common lands, especially around Louth turning them into private sheep pastures.
What did the Pontefract articles demand regarding the royal succession?
The restoration of Princess Mary to the line of succession.
Who did the rebels call to be removed from power?
‘Evil Councillors’
Especially Thomas Cromwell
How did poor harvests contribute to the Pilgrimage of Grace??
A string of bad harvests led to economic hardship and increased discontent.
Who was fiercely opposed to Henry VIII’s divorce?
Sir Robert Constable.
How much more expensive was food in 1536 compared to 1534?
82% higher than prices in 1534 in 1536
Where and when did the first sign of rebellion during the Pilgrimage of Grace occur?
1536 at St James’ Church led by Nicholas Melton (monk)
How many people joined the initial uprising at St James’ Church in 1536?
22,000
What happened John Raynes (the Chancellor of Lincoln) during the rebellion?
He was dragged from his bed and beaten to death by the mob.
Who was chosen to lead the Pilgrimage of Grace rebellion?
Robert Aske
What actions did Robert Aske take in York during the rebellion?
He led 9,000 rebels to occupy York, drove out the King’s tenants and restored houses to monks and nuns.
Where did the rebels create their list of demands during the Pilgrimage of Grace?
Pontefract Castle
How many demands did the rebels include in their list to Henry VIII?
24
How did the rebels recruit Lord Darcy?
By surrounding Pontefract Castle and persuading him to join their cause
At it’s peak how many people joined the Pilgrimage of Grace rebellion?
Around 40,000-50,000
What was unique about the social composition of the Pilgrimage of Grace rebels?
They were from all social causes which including peasants and nobles like Lord Darcy and Sir Robert Constable
How long did the Pilgrimage of Grace last?
Around 5 months
How did Henry VIII respond when he heard Sawley Abbey had been re-occupied in 1536?
He ordered the Earl of Derby to execute the monks and rebel captains not realizing Derby was heavily outnumbered.
