Historical biography archive · Updated 2026-11-03

Humphrey Gilbert Biography and Timeline

Follow Humphrey Gilbert through 5 dated historical records for England.

Humphrey Gilbert, historical timeline

A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.

5Distinct records
1 of 1Page
1539–1579Years on this page

1539

Birth of Humphrey Gilbert

Exploration / Exploration and Discovery

Birth of Humphrey Gilbert

1566

North West Passage

Exploration / Exploration and Discovery

Prposes a voyage to the north west passage in "Discourse on a North-West Passage to India"

1567

Rebellion of Rebels in Ireland

Warfare / Military

Sent by Elizabeth I to suppress a rebellion in Ireland, 1567-70

1569

Gilbert Campaigns against Geraldines

Sir · Royal Commander · Munster · House / House of Tudor

Gilbert conducts a severe royal campaign against rebel districts in Munster, helping reduce the number of local allies willing to remain in arms.

Role range: 1569-1573

1579

Rule of Newfoundland

Newfoundland · Exploration / Exploration and Discovery

Claims Newfoundland for England

Records, sources and methodology

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