Elizabeth Joins Mary's Coronation Retinue
Elizabeth takes part in the ceremonial retinue despite the religious and political tensions surrounding Mary's accession.
Role range: 1553-1558
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Elizabeth Tudor Biography and Timeline
Follow Elizabeth Tudor through 10 dated historical records for England.
Elizabeth Tudor, historical timeline
A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.
10Distinct records
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1553–1599Years on this page
1553
1554
Wyatt Rebellion
Comes under suspicion because rebels discuss replacing Mary with her.
Role range: 1554-1554
Wyatt Rebellion
Is sent to the Tower while her links to the rebellion are examined.
Role range: 1554-1554
Wyatt Rebellion
Elizabeth is imprisoned while Mary investigates links to the Wyatt Rebellion.
Role range: 1554-1554
Wyatt Rebellion
Is moved from the Tower to house arrest at Woodstock.
Role range: 1554-1554
Wyatt Rebellion
Elizabeth is moved from the Tower to Woodstock after Wyatt's execution.
Role range: 1558-1603
1584
Death of Anjou
Receives news of the death of Francois, Duke of Anjou and Alencon, the last serious suitor of her reign
Role range: 1558-1603
Bond of Association
Supports the Bond of Association after the Throckmorton Plot and the assassination of William the Silent
Role range: 1558-1603
1588
Tilbury Mobilisation
Elizabeth visits the army assembled at Tilbury and addresses troops prepared to resist any Spanish landing while the Armada remains a threat at sea.
Role range: 1533-1603 – 1558-1603
1599
Spanish Invasion Alert
Elizabeth's government mobilises troops and strengthens coastal readiness during a major invasion scare caused by reports that a Spanish fleet is approaching England.
Role range: 1533-1603 – 1558-1603
Records, sources and methodology
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