Henry VII starter notes

How long did the tudors reign for?

118 years

What reign came before the tudors?

Plantagenets

What Church did the Church of England separate away from?

Church of Rome

What does sovereignty mean?

Supreme power or authority

What couple made Henry illegitimate?

John of Gaunt and Katherine Swynford

What was his mother called?

Margaret Beaufort

What was the princes in the tower called?

Edward V and Richard Duke of York

Who was the yorkist king before Richard III?

Edward IV

What Earl wasHenry VII?

Earl of Richmond

Two methods of consolidating his power

Establishing his dynasty and ensuring rivals to the throne were dealt with firmly

What brought him to the throne?

Victory on the battlefield

How old was Henry when he moved abroad?

14

Who proclaimed Henry the king of England?

Lord Stanley

What battle helped Edward gain power for the House of Yok and when?

Battle of Tewkesbury in 1471

Why did Henry go into exile?

Edward gained power in the Battle of Tewkesbury