Dissolution of the Monasteries - part 2

The video discusses the significant land ownership by monasteries in England and Wales, revealing that they control up to one-third of the land. It highlights the idle behavior of monks and nuns, which led to the presentation of evidence to the King, resulting in the Suppression Act of 1536. This act mandated the closure of smaller monasteries with incomes under 200 pounds annually. Jewels and ornaments were to be seized, and land was to be managed by farmers until sold. Monks affected by closures were offered pensions or transfers to larger monasteries.

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