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Francis Russell Biography and Timeline

Follow Francis Russell through 4 dated historical records for England.

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Francis Russell, historical timeline

A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.

4Distinct records

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1527–1640Years on this page

1527

Birth of Francis Russell

Earl · Earl of Bedford · England · House / House of Tudor

Francis Russell is born and later becomes Earl of Bedford, a Protestant nobleman and prominent servant of Elizabeth I.

1554

Wyatt Rebellion

Earl · Earl of Bedford · Geneva · House / House of Tudor

Goes into exile after involvement in Protestant opposition.

Role range: 1554-1554 – 1555-1585

1554

Wyatt Rebellion

Earl · Earl of Bedford · London · House / House of Tudor

Takes exile after involvement in the Wyatt Rebellion.

1640

28 August 1640

Twelve Peers Petition

Earl · Member of House of Lords · London · Government / Government of England

Bedford signs the peers petition urging Charles to summon Parliament and negotiate peace.

Records, sources and methodology

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