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Edward Squire Biography and Timeline

Follow Edward Squire through 1 dated historical records for England.

Edward Squire, historical timeline

A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.

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1597

Poisoning Attempt on Queen's Saddle

Scrivener · Royal Stable Official · Greenwich · House / House of Tudor

Edward Squire later confesses that he smeared poison on the pommel of Elizabeth's saddle, hoping contact with the treated surface would kill the queen.

Role range: 1558-1603

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