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Henry VIII Foreign Policy Timeline & Quizlet: A Level History Info

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Henry VIII's foreign policy was characterized by ambitious goals, shifting alliances, and mixed results. Initially seeking to become a warrior king by invading France, his focus later shifted to maintaining European peace and securing support for his domestic agenda. The policy was marked by several key treaties, wars with France and Scotland, and diplomatic maneuvering in response to changing European dynamics.

• Early years (1509-1514): Focused on invading France and joining anti-French alliances
• Wolsey's era (1514-1529): Emphasized peace-making and balancing European powers
• Break with Rome period (1529-1540): Sought foreign support for the King's Great Matter
• Final years (1540-1547): Return to aggressive policy, targeting Scotland and France

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(9) Henry VIII Foreign Affairs Early Years 1509-1514 Wolsey's Foreign Policy 1514-1529 Henry's Dominance / Break with Rome 1529-1540 Final Y

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Henry VIII's Early Foreign Policy (1509-1514)

Henry VIII's early foreign policy was primarily focused on invading France and establishing himself as a warrior king. This period saw England actively participating in European alliances and conflicts.

Key events during this period include:

  1. In 1511, Henry joined the Holy League, an anti-French alliance that included Spain, the Holy Roman Empire, England, and the papacy.

  2. War was declared on France in 1512, with Henry sending an army of 10,000 men to southwest France. This campaign resulted in a defeat for the English in Gascony, while Spain's Ferdinand used the opportunity to conquer Navarre.

  3. The year 1513 saw Henry personally leading forces in the Battle of Spurs in France. Although it was little more than a skirmish, it was portrayed as a stunning victory for propaganda purposes.

  4. Henry captured the French towns of Tournai and Thérouanne during this campaign.

  5. While Henry was in France, James IV of Scotland invaded England, leading to the Battle of Flodden. The Scottish king was defeated and killed by a small English army, leaving the Scottish throne to the infant James V.

Highlight: The Battle of Flodden in 1513 was a significant victory for England, effectively neutralizing the Scottish threat for several years.

The outcomes of these early foreign policy initiatives were mixed:

  1. England's treasury was depleted.
  2. There were concerns about taxation in Yorkshire, with fears of a repeat of the 1489 problems.
  3. The French pension was renegotiated.

Vocabulary: Holy League - An alliance formed in 1511 between Pope Julius II, Ferdinand II of Aragon, Henry VIII of England, and the Republic of Venice against France.

(9) Henry VIII Foreign Affairs Early Years 1509-1514 Wolsey's Foreign Policy 1514-1529 Henry's Dominance / Break with Rome 1529-1540 Final Y

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Wolsey's Foreign Policy (1514-1529)

Cardinal Wolsey's approach to foreign policy marked a shift from Henry's early aggressive stance. The main aim during this period was to secure a peace settlement to avoid defeat against France and establish European peace.

Key events and treaties during Wolsey's era include:

  1. In 1514, Wolsey negotiated a peace treaty with France, which included a marriage alliance between Louis XII and Henry's sister, Mary Tudor.

  2. The Treaty of London in 1518, negotiated by Wolsey, was a significant diplomatic achievement. It was a treaty of perpetual peace signed by England, France, Spain, the Holy Roman Empire, and smaller states.

  3. The Field of Cloth of Gold in 1520 was a grand meeting between Henry VIII and Francis I of France, although it yielded no significant diplomatic achievements.

  4. In 1521, the Treaty of Bruges was signed, forming an anti-French alliance with the Holy Roman Empire.

  5. The Second French War began in 1522, which was costly and yielded little gains.

  6. In 1525, Charles V's victory over the French at the Battle of Pavia led to a shift in the balance of power.

  7. The Treaty of Amiens in 1527 formed an anti-Imperial alliance with France.

Example: The Field of Cloth of Gold in 1520 exemplifies the extravagant diplomacy of the period, showcasing the wealth and power of both England and France.

The outcomes of Wolsey's foreign policy were mixed:

  1. It maintained a balance of power in Europe for a time.
  2. The King's Great Matter (Henry's desire for an annulment) complicated foreign policy due to Charles V being Catherine of Aragon's nephew.
  3. Failed attempts to solve Henry's marital issues through diplomatic means led to Wolsey's fall from power in 1529.

Definition: The King's Great Matter refers to Henry VIII's quest for an annulment of his marriage to Catherine of Aragon, which ultimately led to the English Reformation.

(9) Henry VIII Foreign Affairs Early Years 1509-1514 Wolsey's Foreign Policy 1514-1529 Henry's Dominance / Break with Rome 1529-1540 Final Y

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Henry's Dominance and Break with Rome (1529-1540)

During this period, Henry VIII's foreign policy was heavily influenced by his desire to secure support for his annulment and subsequent break with Rome. The main aim was to either gain foreign support for the King's Great Matter or minimize the response of foreign powers to the Break with Rome.

Key events and developments during this period include:

  1. In 1532, Henry formed a new, fragile defensive alliance with France.

  2. There were attempts to form an alliance with the League of Schmalkalden to pressure Charles V into supporting Henry's cause.

  3. The Break with Rome occurred in 1533-34, significantly altering England's relationship with Catholic powers in Europe.

  4. In 1536, a major rebellion broke out in Ireland after the dismissal of the Earl of Kildare.

  5. The relationship with Scotland became strained due to religious differences following the Break with Rome.

  6. In 1538, there was a fear of invasion after the Pope's attempt to unite Catholic powers in an anti-English crusade.

  7. Henry VIII married Anne of Cleves in 1540 in an attempt to form an alliance with the League of Schmalkalden, although this marriage was quickly dissolved.

Quote: "No choice but to break with Rome" - This phrase encapsulates the culmination of Henry's frustration with the Pope's refusal to grant his annulment.

The outcomes of this period were significant:

  1. England's isolation from Catholic Europe increased.
  2. The Break with Rome was successful, with no invasion by a Catholic alliance materializing.
  3. England's religious landscape was fundamentally altered.

Highlight: The Break with Rome in 1533-34 was a pivotal moment in English history, marking the beginning of the English Reformation and significantly impacting England's foreign relations.

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Henry VIII Foreign Policy Timeline & Quizlet: A Level History Info

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Henry VIII's foreign policy was characterized by ambitious goals, shifting alliances, and mixed results. Initially seeking to become a warrior king by invading France, his focus later shifted to maintaining European peace and securing support for his domestic agenda. The policy was marked by several key treaties, wars with France and Scotland, and diplomatic maneuvering in response to changing European dynamics.

• Early years (1509-1514): Focused on invading France and joining anti-French alliances
• Wolsey's era (1514-1529): Emphasized peace-making and balancing European powers
• Break with Rome period (1529-1540): Sought foreign support for the King's Great Matter
• Final years (1540-1547): Return to aggressive policy, targeting Scotland and France

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(9) Henry VIII Foreign Affairs Early Years 1509-1514 Wolsey's Foreign Policy 1514-1529 Henry's Dominance / Break with Rome 1529-1540 Final Y

Henry VIII's Early Foreign Policy (1509-1514)

Henry VIII's early foreign policy was primarily focused on invading France and establishing himself as a warrior king. This period saw England actively participating in European alliances and conflicts.

Key events during this period include:

  1. In 1511, Henry joined the Holy League, an anti-French alliance that included Spain, the Holy Roman Empire, England, and the papacy.

  2. War was declared on France in 1512, with Henry sending an army of 10,000 men to southwest France. This campaign resulted in a defeat for the English in Gascony, while Spain's Ferdinand used the opportunity to conquer Navarre.

  3. The year 1513 saw Henry personally leading forces in the Battle of Spurs in France. Although it was little more than a skirmish, it was portrayed as a stunning victory for propaganda purposes.

  4. Henry captured the French towns of Tournai and Thérouanne during this campaign.

  5. While Henry was in France, James IV of Scotland invaded England, leading to the Battle of Flodden. The Scottish king was defeated and killed by a small English army, leaving the Scottish throne to the infant James V.

Highlight: The Battle of Flodden in 1513 was a significant victory for England, effectively neutralizing the Scottish threat for several years.

The outcomes of these early foreign policy initiatives were mixed:

  1. England's treasury was depleted.
  2. There were concerns about taxation in Yorkshire, with fears of a repeat of the 1489 problems.
  3. The French pension was renegotiated.

Vocabulary: Holy League - An alliance formed in 1511 between Pope Julius II, Ferdinand II of Aragon, Henry VIII of England, and the Republic of Venice against France.

(9) Henry VIII Foreign Affairs Early Years 1509-1514 Wolsey's Foreign Policy 1514-1529 Henry's Dominance / Break with Rome 1529-1540 Final Y

Wolsey's Foreign Policy (1514-1529)

Cardinal Wolsey's approach to foreign policy marked a shift from Henry's early aggressive stance. The main aim during this period was to secure a peace settlement to avoid defeat against France and establish European peace.

Key events and treaties during Wolsey's era include:

  1. In 1514, Wolsey negotiated a peace treaty with France, which included a marriage alliance between Louis XII and Henry's sister, Mary Tudor.

  2. The Treaty of London in 1518, negotiated by Wolsey, was a significant diplomatic achievement. It was a treaty of perpetual peace signed by England, France, Spain, the Holy Roman Empire, and smaller states.

  3. The Field of Cloth of Gold in 1520 was a grand meeting between Henry VIII and Francis I of France, although it yielded no significant diplomatic achievements.

  4. In 1521, the Treaty of Bruges was signed, forming an anti-French alliance with the Holy Roman Empire.

  5. The Second French War began in 1522, which was costly and yielded little gains.

  6. In 1525, Charles V's victory over the French at the Battle of Pavia led to a shift in the balance of power.

  7. The Treaty of Amiens in 1527 formed an anti-Imperial alliance with France.

Example: The Field of Cloth of Gold in 1520 exemplifies the extravagant diplomacy of the period, showcasing the wealth and power of both England and France.

The outcomes of Wolsey's foreign policy were mixed:

  1. It maintained a balance of power in Europe for a time.
  2. The King's Great Matter (Henry's desire for an annulment) complicated foreign policy due to Charles V being Catherine of Aragon's nephew.
  3. Failed attempts to solve Henry's marital issues through diplomatic means led to Wolsey's fall from power in 1529.

Definition: The King's Great Matter refers to Henry VIII's quest for an annulment of his marriage to Catherine of Aragon, which ultimately led to the English Reformation.

(9) Henry VIII Foreign Affairs Early Years 1509-1514 Wolsey's Foreign Policy 1514-1529 Henry's Dominance / Break with Rome 1529-1540 Final Y

Henry's Dominance and Break with Rome (1529-1540)

During this period, Henry VIII's foreign policy was heavily influenced by his desire to secure support for his annulment and subsequent break with Rome. The main aim was to either gain foreign support for the King's Great Matter or minimize the response of foreign powers to the Break with Rome.

Key events and developments during this period include:

  1. In 1532, Henry formed a new, fragile defensive alliance with France.

  2. There were attempts to form an alliance with the League of Schmalkalden to pressure Charles V into supporting Henry's cause.

  3. The Break with Rome occurred in 1533-34, significantly altering England's relationship with Catholic powers in Europe.

  4. In 1536, a major rebellion broke out in Ireland after the dismissal of the Earl of Kildare.

  5. The relationship with Scotland became strained due to religious differences following the Break with Rome.

  6. In 1538, there was a fear of invasion after the Pope's attempt to unite Catholic powers in an anti-English crusade.

  7. Henry VIII married Anne of Cleves in 1540 in an attempt to form an alliance with the League of Schmalkalden, although this marriage was quickly dissolved.

Quote: "No choice but to break with Rome" - This phrase encapsulates the culmination of Henry's frustration with the Pope's refusal to grant his annulment.

The outcomes of this period were significant:

  1. England's isolation from Catholic Europe increased.
  2. The Break with Rome was successful, with no invasion by a Catholic alliance materializing.
  3. England's religious landscape was fundamentally altered.

Highlight: The Break with Rome in 1533-34 was a pivotal moment in English history, marking the beginning of the English Reformation and significantly impacting England's foreign relations.

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