How Did The King's Ministers Serve Henry Viii

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‘The king's ministers served Henry VIII well, but served themselves better.’

Assess the validity of this view in the context of the years 1515 to 1540.

Thomas Cromwell and Thomas Wolsey both aimed to please the king, however, through Henry's trust and support they were able to develop high positions and fulfill their own wishes.

Henry was only 18 when he became king in 1509, meaning his power was weakened by his lack of experience. Due to this Wolsey was able to use henrys inexperience to his advantage. In 1510 Wolsey had been appointed Registrar of the Order of the Garter and was trusted with the political side of henrys ruling. Through Wolsey's hard work and knowledge he proves himself as indispensable to Henry and in 1513 he is unofficially sitting at the right hand of the king. By 1515 Wolsey becomes Chancellor of England and earns the title of Cardinal. …show more content…
Wolsey built the palace to show off his wealth and power and the court was even described to rival Henry VIIIs own court. Despite Wolsey building the palace to show off his wealth and power, it was a bit over the top as he had 500 servants (being the same amount that Henry had) when in reality how much time would he be spending there as he plays such an important role towards henrys needs. Similarly, why would he need all of that when he already owned the 'Manor of the More', and York house (later known as the Palace of
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