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How Was The English Reformation Reformed

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The reformation in England, that is the commencement of establishing a national protestant church, started during the reign of the Tudor’s. The English reformation caused a break from papal jurisdiction and new legislations for royal supremacy, which began a new era for the English State. This essay will evaluate to what extent the English Reformation was reformed from above for example Henry VIII, his close advisor Thomas Cromwell and parliament. Also through Henry VIII children, Edward, Mary and Elizabeth. As well as considering if the reformation needed popular support from below for it to be successful. Additionally, in the process address was the English Reformation the Crowns Reformation?

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