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Mary I, Social Impact - Coggle Diagram
Mary I
Problems of succession
Mary had married Phillip II of Spain in 1554, but their marriage had not resulted in a child. This raised concerns about the future of the Tudor dynasty, but also Mary's Catholicism and marriage to a foreign prince stirred opposition among English nobles and the public.
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Backing from Ministers
Mary had support from London councilors,
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Social Impact
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Economy
Trade and commerce
England’s trade and commerce continued to develop, with London emerging as a major trading centre. However, the economy still relied heavily on agriculture, and there were limitations on England’s overseas trade due to competition from other European
Inflation
England experienced inflation, driven partly by the influx of precious metals from the New World. This inflation eroded the purchasing power of ordinary people and contributed to economic instability.
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Rebellion
Mary’s half-sister, Elizabeth, was briefly detained in the Tower of London during Wyatt’s Rebellion on suspicion of involvement. Although Elizabeth denied any involvement, her detention underscored the political tensions and suspicions surrounding Mary’s Catholic restoration.
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