Henry VII - Measures taken and how they established his right to rule 0.0 / 5 ? HistoryBritish monarchy - Tudors and StuartsA2/A-levelAQA Created by: LukeKeoghCreated on: 30-01-18 10:07 Henry ensured his coronation in October 1485 came quickly after his victory at the battle of Bosworth Ensured he could gain legitimacy as it would mean no one else could claim the throne before his coronation 1 of 6 Coronation occurred before parliament met for the first time Meant they could see him as the king - also meant that he could make them swear allegiance to him 2 of 6 Marriage to Elizabeth, the daughter of Edward IV Stopped the war of the roses as it would unite the 2 warring parties 3 of 6 Ensured his marriage took place after his coronation So he was seen as the king and so that people could not claim the his claim to the throne was through Elizabeth 4 of 6 Rewarded his supporters his gifts of land or various titles or positions that were sought after Ensured loyalty from his allies which would enhance his security as king 5 of 6 Dated his reign from the 21st August 1485, the day before the Battle of Bosworth Meant that he could treat those who fought against him would be seen as traitors 6 of 6
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