Edward VI

King Edward VI

Ruled from 1547 to 1553, became king at 9 years old after Henry VIII's death.

The Book of Common Prayer

Introduced moderate Protestant reforms in 1549 and radical reforms in 1552.

Acts of Uniformity

Mandated the use of the Book of Common Prayer in all church services in 1549 and 1552.

Chantries Act (1547)

Abolished chantries, redirecting their wealth to the crown.

Kett's Rebellion (1549)

A rebellion sparked by grievances over enclosure and poor governance, suppressed but highlighted social tensions.

Rough Wooing

Somerset's aggressive policy to marry Edward VI to Mary, Queen of Scots.

The Battle of Pinkie (1547)

A victory for England that failed to secure control of Scotland.

Succession Crisis of Edward VI

Edward's health decline led to the Devise for the Succession, naming Lady Jane Grey as heir.

Legacy of Edward VI

Pivotal in cementing the Protestant Reformation and creating long-term religious divisions in England.

Northumberland's leadership

Characterized by a pragmatic approach focusing on stabilizing finances and consolidating Protestant reforms.

Iconoclasm

The destruction of Catholic images and relics during Edward VI's reign.

Edward Seymour, Duke of Somerset

Edward's maternal uncle and the first Lord Protector during his reign.

John Dudley, Duke of Northumberland

Took control after Somerset's downfall and ruled until the end of Edward's reign.

Western (Prayer Book) Rebellion (1549)

A pro-Catholic uprising against the 1549 Prayer Book, brutally suppressed.

Economic Challenges during Edward VI's reign

Characterized by inflation, debasement of coinage, and enclosure of common lands leading to social unrest.

Historiographical debate on Edward VI

Discussions on whether he was a 'puppet king' or had significant influence as a Protestant.

Religious Reforms under Edward VI

Marked a significant turn in the English Reformation, establishing Protestantism.

Devise for the Succession

Northumberland's plan to name Lady Jane Grey as Edward's heir to prevent a Catholic restoration.