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Henry VIII
Chapter 9 - Foreign Relations and Securing the Succession
Securing the Succession
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What did the 1536 Succession Act establish regarding succession?
The king could determine succession by
will
.
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How did Henry confirm the succession arrangements?
He confirmed them in his will dated
30th December 1546
.
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What was the significance of the will dated 30th December 1546?
It laid down the right of succession to
Henry's
sister's
heirs.
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Who were the heirs mentioned in Henry's will for succession?
The heirs of Henry's sister,
Mary
Duchess of
Suffolk
.
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What condition was specified for the succession to the heirs of Mary Duchess of Suffolk?
If
Edward
, Mary, and
Elizabeth
died without
issue
.
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What did Henry's will establish for Edward's governance?
A
regency council
to act on
Edward's behalf.
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What were the main provisions of the 1536 Succession Act?
King could determine succession by will or
letters patent
Established rules for succession in absence of legitimate heir
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What were the implications of Henry's will for the future of the monarchy?
Defined succession rights for heirs of
Mary Duchess of Suffolk
Established a regency council for
Edward's
governance
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