Edward IV's Consolidation of Power

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  • Created on: 23-04-19 13:35
Rewarding supporters
Woodvilles and Nevilles rewarded - Warwick titles and wardships. George became Duke of Clarence.
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Punishing enemies
113 attainders passed 1461. Ralph Grey executed 1463. Somerset captures and executed. Imprisoned Henry VI. Took Bamburgh Castle 1464
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Control of power
Royal progress 1461. Prevented Neville power extension Wales. 25% annual tax on land grant, annuity, fee, office 1464. Law against retaining 1468 but ignored.
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Foreign policy.
Truce with Scotland and peace with French 1464. Married sister to Duke of Burgundy 1468.
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This is inconvenient
Yes it is
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Punishing enemies

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113 attainders passed 1461. Ralph Grey executed 1463. Somerset captures and executed. Imprisoned Henry VI. Took Bamburgh Castle 1464

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Control of power

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Foreign policy.

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This is inconvenient

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