Throckmorton Plot Invasion Plan
Throckmorton's conspiracy is uncovered after planning foreign military support for an invasion intended to free Mary, Queen of Scots, and overthrow Elizabeth.
Role range: 1554-1584 – 1558-1603
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Francis Throckmorton Biography and Timeline
Follow Francis Throckmorton through 4 dated historical records for England.
Francis Throckmorton, historical timeline
A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.
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1583–1584Years on this page
1583
Francis Throckmorton Arrested after House Search
Francis Throckmorton is arrested after government agents search his house and uncover material linking him to plans for foreign-backed Catholic intervention.
Role range: 1583
Death of Francis Throckmorton
Death of Francis Throckmorton
1584
Execution
Executed for his role in the Throckmorton Plot against Elizabeth I
Role range: 1584
Records, sources and methodology
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