Problems of succession

What had Northumberland’s reputation been tarnished by?

His attempt to alter the succession

What had Northumberland restored?

Stability

What did H8 lay down in his will?

He should be succeeded by Edward, but if Edward died without children, then he should be succeeded by Princess Mary

What was Edward expected to reach?

Adulthood

When was Edward taken ill?

February 1553

What happened to Edward by the end of March 1553?

The Venetian ambassador reported that he was dying

What did rapid decline in Edward’s health create?

Immediate problems for Northumberland

What was going to happen if Mary returned to the throne?

Catholicism would be restored

What did Northumberland support?

A more radical form of Protestantism

What would be in danger if Mary came to the throne?

Northumberland’s life

What was produced to alter the succession?

A plan known as the Devyse

What was Edward anxious to ensure?

The continuation of Protestantism in the event of his death

What was Edward prepared to do?

Exclude both his half sisters from his succession- Mary and Elizabeth

What were Edward’s sisters to him?

Illegitimate

What was Northumberland’s preferred choice as the next monarch?

Lady Jane Grey

Who was Jane married to?

Northumberland’s son, Guildford Dudley

What happened to Mary and Liz in June 1553?

Declared illegitimate

What preparations were being made June 1553?

To call a Parliament to ratify the new succession

When did Edward die?

6th July 1553

What did Edward die before?

Parliament could meet

What was Devyse without parliamentary sanction?

Illegal

What did Northumberland surprisingly have no plans for?

What to do when the king died

How long did it take for Northumberland to carry out a plan?

3 days

When was Lady Jane Grey proclaimed as Queen?

9th July 1553