Edward 6 foreign policy

What role did Edward VI personally play in foreign policy?

He had an academic interest in chivalry, jousting, and the technicalities of war.

What was the primary foreign policy goal of the Duke of Somerset?

To continue Henry VIII's aggressive policy toward Scotland to secure Edward's marriage to Mary, Queen of Scots.

Identify the major military victory Somerset achieved against the Scots.

The Battle of Pinkie in September 1547.

What was the total financial cost of Somerset's war with Scotland?

£580,393.

How did the Duke of Northumberland's approach to foreign policy differ from Somerset's?

Northumberland sought to avoid further war to stabilize the Crown's finances.

What major 1550 treaty with France did Northumberland negotiate?

The Treaty of Boulogne, which returned Boulogne to France for £133,333.

Which 1551 treaty established a new marriage alliance for Edward VI?

The Treaty of Angers, engaging Edward to Elizabeth, daughter of King Henry II of France.

What was the original 1453 treaty intended to secure a marriage with Mary, Queen of Scots?

The Treaty of Greenwich.

In what way was the foreign policy of Edward's reign significant for domestic policy?

It had a massive negative effect on royal finances and influenced the pace of religious change.

How successful was Northumberland in his primary foreign policy aim?

He was completely successful in avoiding further war.

Why did Somerset's Scottish policy ultimately fail to secure the marriage to Mary, Queen of Scots?

His aggressive strategy failed to win Scottish support, and Mary was sent to France to marry the Dauphin.