Yorkshire Rebellion (1489) Flashcards
(15 cards)
What military campaign did Henry VII fund?
A military campaign to help Brittany resist French annexation.
What tax did Henry VII levy across England?
A parliamentary tax, including Yorkshire, which traditionally paid less.
What were the economic conditions during Henry VII’s reign?
Economic conditions were bad, and the north felt neglected.
What were the aims of the protest against the new taxation?
To protest new taxation, express regional resentment, and voice grievances.
What was the intention of the protesters?
No intention to overthrow the king — just to cancel the tax.
What was a significant strength of the protest?
The killing of the Earl of Northumberland, Henry Percy, shocked the government.
Who led the protest?
Sir John Egremont, who had links to disaffected Yorkists.
What did the protest highlight about Henry VII’s control?
It highlighted that Henry VII did not yet have firm control over the north.
What did the protest signify about regional tensions?
It was a sign of ongoing tension between the north and south divisions.
What was a weakness of the protest?
It was localized and did not spread beyond Yorkshire.
What support did the protest lack?
It lacked noble or widespread support; no other regions joined.
How did Henry VII respond to the rebellion?
He responded with a royal army, swiftly putting down the rebellion.
What happened to Sir John Egremont after the rebellion?
Egremont fled abroad to Burgundy, ending the immediate threat.
How does the protest compare to other historical protests?
Less dramatic than Cade or Buckingham’s, but still important.
What did the protest reveal about Henry VII’s regime?
It showed that regional unrest and old Yorkist loyalty still simmered under his regime.
