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Sep 7, 1533
Birth of Queen Elizabeth I
King Henry VIII married Queen Anne Boleyn thus, Queen Elizabeth was born:September 7,1533 in Greenwich, England. Which in May 19, 1536 Elizabeth's mother was executed in the Tower of London after proven guilty during her treason when she was only 3 years old. Elizabeth's birth is important because Elizabeth had a huge impact in England and help settled some wars that had occurred during her ruling.
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May 19, 1536
Execution of Anne Boleyn
The execution of Queen Anne Boleyn was the cause of Elizabeth's fear for her farther, however she stills loves him even though he had executed many of his wife because of his anger. This event is significant in her childhood, since this is the cause of Elizabeth's reason of not marrying, since she was so traumatized by the execution of her father's wives, believing that if she ever married she would be executed by her husband.
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Feb 3, 1554
Wyatt Rebellion
The Wyatt Rebellion was led by Thomas Wyatt. This rebellion was caused when the people of Britain had heard that Queen Mary I was ruling England in catholic power. In which the people wanted to overthrow Queen Mary I and replace her for Elizabeth.This rebellion is important since, Queen Mary I was very frighten by the people stating she'll be overthrown, she jailed Elizabeth in the Tower of London.
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Jan 1, 1557
The Sonnet
A new way of writing appeared in the 14th century and they're known as sonnets. They started to spread around England, Portugal Spain, Germany and France. Sonnets are poems with 14 lines that usually have 10 syllables. This new way of writing had impacted England significantly because it helped people find new ways to express emotions through words or writings. ("What Is the Significance of a Sonnet? | The Classroom | Synonym." The Classroom | Synonym. N.p., n.d. Web. 17 Dec. 2016.) -
Nov 17, 1558
Elizabeth Becomes Queen of England
In November 17, 1558 Elizabeth became the Queen of England, but wasn't crowned as Queen of England until January 13,1559. This event is significant because she later becomes one of the most influenced woman in history.
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Apr 29, 1559
Elizabethan Religious Settlement
In 1559 Queen Elizabeth wanted to restore the Protestant Church of England and this restoration was called the Elizabethan Religious Settlement. In which she establishes the Act of Supremacy and Act of Uniformity.
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Dec 14, 1563
Black Death
In the late 16th and 17th century a bubonic plague was spreading in England also known as the black death. It was so deadly since no one could find a cure for it, killing over 20,000 people.This event is important because it shows that the disease was caused by the poor hygiene.
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Jan 1, 1570
Great Vowel Shift
In 15th, 16th, and 17th century pronunciation began to change. This change is significant because this begins to separate middle English between modern English.
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Jan 1, 1570
Exocummunication of Elizabeth
In 1570, Elizabeth was excommunicated by Pius V, which made her a huge disgrace to Catholics since a excommunicated person is "unchristain" and would go to hell. This event is important because this means that other Catholic rulers in Europe wouldn't like Queen Elizabeth. ("Elizabethan Church And Catholics." Elizabeth I. N.p., n.d. Web. 18 Dec. 2016.) -
Jan 1, 1576
1st Theatre in England
The theatre was built in Shoreditch, London by James Burbage. Ever since the first theatre was built more theatres are built and had impacted England for a new source of entertainment. ("The Old Globe Theater History." The OLD GLOBE THEATER History. N.p., n.d. Web. 17 Dec. 2016.) -
Dutch Revolt
In 1585 Queen Elizabeth decided to help the Dutch Protestants who were in a rebellion against Spain. She agreed to send 7,000 people to protect the Netherlands, however in return she wants to decline the sovereignty of Netherlands. This is significant, since Queen Elizabeth had helped the Dutch this caused the Spain to attack England in 1588; the Spanish Armada
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Spanish Armada
The Spanish Armada occurred in 1588 on May 16. Elizabeth made this event significant because instead of sitting in her palace, she decided to fight along and gave her speech in Tibury. ("The Spanish Armada." Elizabeth I. N.p., n.d. Web. 18 Dec. 2016.) -
Faerie Queene
Faerie Queen was a epic poem written by Edmund Spenser. This epic poem is written about nature and human morality. This poem is important because it was dedicated to Queen Elizabeth after she died. ("The Faerie Queene Summary - ENotes.com." Enotes.com. Enotes.com, n.d. Web. 17 Dec. 2016.) -
Global Theater Built
The Global Theatre was built in 1599 by Peter Smith near the Bear Garden. This theatre was one of the most successful theatres in England. This opening of the Global Theatre is important because it later becomes an important area in history.
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Golden Speech
In 1601, Queen Elizabeth gave a speech to the Parliament, in her speech she had stated that she is thankful for the people and being able to protect them. In addition she wanted the people to understand that she will die soon and will no longer be able to rule England that long anymore and it's her time to go. This is significant because after her death she becomes respected in England. ("Elizabeth I's 'Golden' Speech." History Today. N.p., n.d. Web. 18 Dec. 2016.) -
Death of Queen Elizabeth
Queen Elizabeth died on March 24, 1603. Which was important because it ended the Elizabethan era and the Tudor dynasty ends as well.
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