The Fall of Wolsey

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The Fall of Wolsey
It is true that 1525 was an important year for Henry and Wolsey as it marked the beginning of the deterioration of their relationship. The critical turning point was after this; when it became clear that Wolsey could not get the divorce.
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The Amicable Grant - 1525
A forced loan that was meant to raise funds to invade France so Henry could expand his 'empire'. This was met by great protest: in Lavenham, Suffolk, 4000-10,000 men protested in the streets on May 4th. The Government was forced to abandon the grant.
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Why was The Amicable Grant significant?
The failure of the Amicable Grant marked the beginning of the deterioration of Wolsey and Henry's relationship. The failure severely dented Henry's trust in Wolsey. It was a humiliating failure for them both.
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The Battle of Pavia - 1525
While Wolsey was attempting to seek peace, the Battle of Pavia broke out in Italy in February. Charles V defeated the French; he routed their army and took Francis hostage.
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Why was the Battle of Pavia significant?
It upset the balance of power in Europe. Wolsey arranged the Treaty of the More with France, but Francis immediately reneged on the treaty when he came out of hostage (with the Treaty of Madrid). This was another failure on Wolsey's behalf.
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The Sack of Rome - 1527
Charles' armies sacked Rome, leaving the Pope under Charles' control. This damaged chances of the divorce because Charles was Catherine of Aragon's nephew, and he would never allow the Pope to support the divorce.
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Why was the Sack of Rome significant?
Wolsey worked hard to gain back the Pope's independence, but was unsuccessful and therefore could not achieve his master's wishes. This would not have impressed Henry and caused him to lose more faith in Wolsey.
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The Treaty of Amiens - 1527
One of Wolsey's efforts to support the Pope. England agreed to fund part of Francis' invasion of Italy. Wolsey suspended trade with Burgundy to put pressure on Charles, but this failed and was met with protest, and was quickly reversed.
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Why was the Treaty of Amiens significant?
It was becoming clear that Wolsey would be unable to achieve the annulment, as this was yet another of his failures. By this point, the King had lost most confidence in Wolsey's abilities.
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A forced loan that was meant to raise funds to invade France so Henry could expand his 'empire'. This was met by great protest: in Lavenham, Suffolk, 4000-10,000 men protested in the streets on May 4th. The Government was forced to abandon the grant.

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