James I – the Wisest Fool in Christendom? (AQA A-Level History): Flashcards
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Source of 'Wisest Fool in Christendom' phrase
Source of 'Wisest Fool in Christendom' phrase
Henry IV of France
Meaning of 'Wisest Fool' phrase
Meaning of 'Wisest Fool' phrase
Theoretical knowledge vs poor practical governance
'True Law of Free Monarchies' publication year
'True Law of Free Monarchies' publication year
1598
Divine Right of Kings definition
Divine Right of Kings definition
Monarchs derive authority from God, not subjects
1623 Spain trip by Charles & Buckingham purpose
1623 Spain trip by Charles & Buckingham purpose
Marriage alliance between Charles & Spanish Infanta
Duke of Buckingham under James I
Duke of Buckingham under James I
James's favourite who gained control as king aged
Thirty Years War start date
Thirty Years War start date
1618
Sharpe's interpretation of James I (1996)
Sharpe's interpretation of James I (1996)
Practical but damaged royal dignity through informal style
Haigh's view of James I (1996)
Haigh's view of James I (1996)
Careless; let finances decline & weakened gentry links
Russell's argument on Stuart finances (1990)
Russell's argument on Stuart finances (1990)
Inherited broken system dating to 14th century