Henry VIII and Opposition to the Reformation

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Created on: 26-06-17 09:53

What was the Pilgrimage of Grace?

A major uprising after the 1536 Dissolution Act

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Where was the actual PoG?

Yorkshire (Yorkshire was born out of Lincolshire failure; Cumberland linked to Henry's failure to keep his promises)

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What banner did the 'pilgrims' march under?

The 5 Wounds of Christ

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Who was Robert Aske?

A lawyer and a former gentryman, who had been a Captain in the Lincolshire rising

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Name the 3 main motives stated in the 'Oath of the Honourable Men of the Pilgrimage of Grace'?

To protect Henry and his heirs; To purify the nobility; Expel evil, low born counsellors and corrupt bishops (e.g. Cromwell)

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How might a religious focus protect the rebels?

It defends their actions as good, rather than treason

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What were the economic reasons for the PoG?

Gentry opposed increased taxation; Gentry dislike inheritance 'Statute of Uses'; Cattle and Sheep Tax; Gressam; Enclosure; Rack Renting (caused a revolt in Cumberland, so was big issue)

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What were the political reasons for the PoG?

Cromwell; Reinstatement of Lady Mary; Regional Independence wanted (2nd Parliament); Repeal of Treason Act

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What was the main cause of the PoG?

In all 3 risings there was a decidedly religious focus, although there may have been other issues added in order to gain support from influential gentry members and to mollify angry laymen.

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Name 3 important individuals who opposed the Reformation

Thomas More, Bishop Fisher, Elizabeth Barton, Carthusian Monks

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How serious was the oppositon to the Reformation?

The PoG posed the greatest threat, although high profile Catholics exacerbated the situation.

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What was the result of the PoG?

A general pardon was given, but the Cumberland rising gave Henry opportunity to renege on his promises. 178 people were executed, including Robert Aske. Royal authority increased in the North to due to neutralisation of the Percy family.

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To what extent was the PoG a threat to the throne?

Could have been a threat under more severe leadership due to 35,000 vs 10,000 government and support from the gentry, soldiers, and nobility. However, they were very far from London and no intention of usurping. Undermined religious reforms.

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Where was the actual PoG?

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Yorkshire (Yorkshire was born out of Lincolshire failure; Cumberland linked to Henry's failure to keep his promises)

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What banner did the 'pilgrims' march under?

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Who was Robert Aske?

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