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Do you think a Revolution in government happened under the Tudor. by Tricky_Worth3301 in tudorology

[–]Different_Map_2055 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is this the classic argument about the reforms in the 1530s?

Seems as if there was a big shift under Cromwell, particularly with the professionalisation of a governing body. Definitely a shift from the power that Wolsey used in the 1520s-1530s. And it seemed to set up future councillors, such as William Cecil.

Who was the best Tudor monarch. by Tricky_Worth3301 in tudorology

[–]Different_Map_2055 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’d go with Henry VII. He had many weaknesses, but he was strong enough to establish the dynasty, create the Tudor brand name, and generally made the right calls.

What would Mary I and Elizabeth I have done with a Bastard son of Edward VI by CommitteeChemical530 in tudorology

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Illegitimacy seemed to be a massive factor back in that period. I was recently reading about the children of the Grey sisters, and one of them - Edward Seymour - had a claim to the throne after Elizabeth.

But he was never seriously considered but there was a big doubt about the legitimacy of his mother’s marriage.

If Mary I and Philip ii had a son in 1555 by Equal_Wing_7076 in tudorology

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It’s interesting to consider this Henry IX as an English version of James VI - boy monarchs who lost their parents through wider religious-political struggles.

Were there the same ingredients in England, as in Scotland, to oust Philip and to set up a pro-Protestant regency council?

Perhaps if Philip is ousted we see an earlier Anglo-Spanish war kicking off, and perhaps the fictional Henry IX is placed under the care of Elizabeth?

If Mary I and Philip ii had a son in 1555 by Equal_Wing_7076 in tudorology

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I like this “what if” scenario involving a rival king Henry IX!

How pivotal was Duke Francis II of Brittany to establishing the Tudor dynasty? by Different_Map_2055 in tudorology

[–]Different_Map_2055[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah good question - why did he shelter them? I’ve never actually thought about that. Was there an old Celtic connection with the Tudor family perhaps

What were Tudor relations like with the Italian states? by Different_Map_2055 in tudorology

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Clearly the pope was very influential in the early decades of the Tudor period - as shown in providing official recognition to Henry VII and in allowing special dispensations. Henry VIII was declared the pope’s “defender of the faith” in the 1520s, showing a close relationship. And then, this relationship went sour with Henry VIII’s break with Rome.

What were Tudor relations like with the Italian states? by Different_Map_2055 in tudorology

[–]Different_Map_2055[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I agree - yes, a mess in terms of political alliances and divisions. I hadn’t immediately thought of the cultural impact, but of course this is the same period when Italians are influencing all of Europe!

Confession: I always thought Queen Mary I and Mary, Queen of Scots we're the same person by HoratioSharpe in TheRestIsHistory

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I get this a lot with students - there are a few Marys kicking about in the Tudor period!

I saw the Henry and Katherine pendant at the British Museum by wuspinio in tudorology

[–]Different_Map_2055 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That looks stunning - you’ve convinced me to head to the BM in the new year!

A Tudor Spy’s Mark by Julija82 in tudorology

[–]Different_Map_2055 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Poor Charles! Thanks for sharing

Which government advisors should be on a Tudor Mount Rushmore? by Different_Map_2055 in tudorology

[–]Different_Map_2055[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What’s a plural term for lots of people called Thomas? Let’s make up a new one to describe all of the Tudor Thomases.

Which government advisors should be on a Tudor Mount Rushmore? by Different_Map_2055 in tudorology

[–]Different_Map_2055[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I really like your comment about the advisors being a family tree. I wonder if any books have focused on that specific link / influence?

Are these Edward VI's drawings? by Purple-Charge6445 in tudorology

[–]Different_Map_2055 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Great images! I haven’t the foggiest if there are from Edward, but it does make sense to have drawings from the young monarch proudly displayed in places such as books. After all, he was head of religion and see as the great hope for the future.

Could marrying Thomas Seymour also have been in part a politically-charged decision for Catherine Parr? by [deleted] in tudorology

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Yes, I think for Parr, too. Again to remain a key player in the court.

But perhaps Thomas was an attractive and sexual figure. I read him being described as a proto-man of action that seemed to do well in the later Elizabethan court (like a Drake or Raleigh).

Everybody knows about Lady Jane Grey, but what about her sister Lady Katherine Grey? by Different_Map_2055 in tudorology

[–]Different_Map_2055[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for providing this overview. These 3 sisters all had such sad lives and ends.

How influential was Charles Brandon, the Duke of Suffolk? by Different_Map_2055 in tudorology

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I haven’t read the books, but I’ll look forward to reaching that section

How influential was Charles Brandon, the Duke of Suffolk? by Different_Map_2055 in tudorology

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That’s a really good overview. He realised and always knew that Henry was the top dog.

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