Henry VII Consolidated of Power
Most important acts:
Dated his reign to before 21 August (Day before Battle of
Bosworth)
Publicly rewarded many of his supporters (Made 11 new
Knighthoods)
Arranged coronation on 30 October, before his first parliament
on 7 November. Demonstrates right to rule is dependant on
hereditary rights, and not parliamentary acts.
Passed multiple acts of Attainder in his first parliament, and
guaranteed Tonnage and Poundage for life (Financial and
Personal security).
Married Elizabeth of York in January 1486. Final action, ensured
his right to rule was not legitimised through Marriage.
Tudor Rose was a combination of the White Yorkist and Red
Lancastrian emblems.
Consolidation is a key theme for Henry VII, since his claim is weak
upon securing power. His claim is based on the weaker female line of
succession and is linked to an illegitimate birth. He also secures
power through victory at the Battle of Bosworth, which is seen as
less legitimate than natural succession.
When answering questions on Henry VII succession, it is important to
bring up these points, since this justifies the steps, he takes to
consolidate his power.
Most important acts:
Dated his reign to before 21 August (Day before Battle of
Bosworth)
Publicly rewarded many of his supporters (Made 11 new
Knighthoods)
Arranged coronation on 30 October, before his first parliament
on 7 November. Demonstrates right to rule is dependant on
hereditary rights, and not parliamentary acts.
Passed multiple acts of Attainder in his first parliament, and
guaranteed Tonnage and Poundage for life (Financial and
Personal security).
Married Elizabeth of York in January 1486. Final action, ensured
his right to rule was not legitimised through Marriage.
Tudor Rose was a combination of the White Yorkist and Red
Lancastrian emblems.
Consolidation is a key theme for Henry VII, since his claim is weak
upon securing power. His claim is based on the weaker female line of
succession and is linked to an illegitimate birth. He also secures
power through victory at the Battle of Bosworth, which is seen as
less legitimate than natural succession.
When answering questions on Henry VII succession, it is important to
bring up these points, since this justifies the steps, he takes to
consolidate his power.
