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Sep 7, 1533
Date of Birth
Elizabeth Tudor was born in Greenwich Palace. She was the daughter of Anne Boleyn and Henery VIII. Being in the middle of her two other siblings, Mary and Edward meant that she would be able to take the throne after her eldest sister, Mary. (Phillips 114) -
Jan 15, 1559
Elizabeth is crowned as queen
Once Elizabeth was crowned as queen it was considered a turning point for the life of England. She helped reconstruct the goverment and the way of life for citizens. Before the time she was crowned, Queen Mary led an unsucessful rule persecuting several Protestants. (Thomas 47) -
Jan 1, 1563
Second parliament calls her to increase taxes and presures her to marry
When the parliament pushes Queen Elizabeth to increase taxes on the common people and to rule the throne with a husband at her side. This shows how the parliament tries to take authority over the queen. But Elizabeth continues to take these matters in her own hands.(Thomas 164) -
Jan 1, 1564
Ivan IV struggles with power against boyars
When Ivan IV continues to have trouble gaining power in Russia shows how people in other countries are also struggling to gain power. The boyars were Russian nobles who did have some authoritiy over the leader. But Ivan IV was trying to gain control of Moscow, a major city in Russia.(Grun 346) -
Jan 1, 1566
Third parliament uses financial pressure
During the rule of Queen Elizabeth I the idea of money and wealth was very important amongst the upper class. So when the third parliament used financial pressure it brought amongst stress towards Queen Elizabeth.(Thomas 187) -
Jan 1, 1569
Northern Catholic rebellion against Elizabeth's regime
Due to Queen Elizabeth's religious belifs of Protastant and the belifs of the Catholisism from the Spanish military leader, King Phillip. This striked the rebellion known as the King Philip Holy War. This led to several religious and political conflicts in England. (Thomas 132) -
Jan 1, 1570
Pope excommunicates with Elizabeth
When Elizabeth excommunicated with Pope Pius V it shows how she is starting to change the major religion for England. Instead of having it be Catholisism like it was under the rule of Queen Mary, Elizabeth strongly believed in the practice of Protstantism. Therefore changeing the major religion to Protestant. This caused the pope to excommunicated with Elizabeth since she no longer supported the religion he led. (Phillips 115) -
Jan 1, 1573
Marriage negotiations between Elizabeth, Francis and the Duke of Alecon
Before Elizabeth makes the final decision, there were several debates about wether she should or should not get married. These debates were with several important royal figures. But Queen Elizabeth I took authority to make her final decision. (Thomas 195) -
Jan 1, 1573
Francis Drake sees the Pacific Ocean for the first time
When Francis Drake gets a view of the Pacific Ocean it shows how England is traveling by sea in order to discover new land. This could also create a good oppertunity for trade with the access of the Pacific Ocean. (Grun 348) -
Period: Jan 1, 1573 to Jan 1, 1576
Marriage negotations between Elizabeth, Francis and the Duke of Alencon
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Jan 1, 1581
Elizabeth decides against marriage
When Queen Elizabeth officially declares that she will not be marrying in 1581. This does not only bring shock within the royal family but also for the citizens of England. Through several debates she makes this decision and sticks with it. This helped make the public aware that Queen Elizabeth did not need a king to rule by her side in order to be a good leader.(Thomas 160) -
Jacques Guillemeau publishes an othamology book
After Jacques Guillemeau publishes the first book about othamology or the study of the eyes, shows how science and technology contiues to flourish during the time of Queen Elizabeth. His book was used to inform people about his study and give the public a general understanding of what othamology is. (Williams 136) -
Elizabeth adresses English army at Tilbury August 8
The Spanish Armada led by Medina Sedonia decided to confrount the English goverment. After, Queen Elizabeth sent out ships against the Spanish Armada. The English army was able to beat the Spanish Armada due to the Armada's poorly maintained and supplied ships. (Thomas 163) -
First play by William Shakesphere performed
The first play by William Shakesphere shows how Elizabethean culture is beggining to change. People start taking an intrest in theater as a source of entertainment. Theater would often occur daily in the afternoon. William Shakespheres plays were always well written with an interesting plot. (Williams 177) -
Rebellion in Ireland
Also known as the Nine Years War. This rebellion was fought between the English and Irish armies. It lasted for nine years causing a lot of debt and tax for England after the Irish defeated them.(bcc.com) -
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Rebellion in Ireland
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Peace between Japan and China after Japan fails to invade Korea
After Japan's war with Korea, they decide to make peace with there rivals, China. This shows how other contries are not only competing with each other but making peace. It also created a better relationship and allowed them to learn from each others culture. (Grun 238) -
Date of Death
She dies of an abscessed throat and tragic illness in Richmond, England. After her death she was burried in Wesmister Abbey. Without Queen Elizabeth, England undergoes a big change in society. (Thomas 194)
