Henry VII weak claim to the throne - how he successfully restored the monarchy.

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He married a Yorkist
Married Elizabeth of York which brought an end to the War of the Roses. He also had a child which brought dynasty.
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Military support.
After the war, Henry knew he had an army for support.
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Superiority.
Winning the war proved him to be superior and capable of becoming king.
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Could think like a fugitive.
He spent 14 years in exile.
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Determined.
He’d fought a long war to be king which showed determination.
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Past leaders.
He wanted to follow in the footsteps of past leaders and be strong.
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Nobles.
He rewarded nobles who supported him and threatened those who didn’t into supporting him.
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National state of finances.
He took a more direct, personal interest in the state of national finances. His financial policies were cautious and realistic and money got spent on useful things.
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Nobles and slaves.
He made sure nobles had a licence for the slaves they had which helped him gain control.
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Military support.

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After the war, Henry knew he had an army for support.

Card 3

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Superiority.

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Card 4

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Could think like a fugitive.

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Preview of the front of card 4

Card 5

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Determined.

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Preview of the front of card 5
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