Came about due to religous, politcal and economiacal concerens (also bad harvest in 1535-36), resentment of central gov. hightende by dissolution, high taxes and Statue of uses in 1536 - rebellion ended as quickly as it had started
The Pilgrimage of Grace (1536-37)
Robert Aske lead 30,000 men, declared rebellion to be a pilgrimage and chose the banner of the Five Wounds of Christ (used to deceive ignorant folk?)
the removal of eveil councillors form Henry's goverment (Cromwell), the restoration of the old faith and the protection of the monasteries
largest uprising of Tudor period / pilgrims had fighting experience - Henry's army not strong enough to cope with uprising
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