John Popham Chosen Speaker
John Popham becomes Speaker as Parliament adopts stronger legislation against Catholic missionary activity and recusancy.
Historical events in 1581
52 historical records
January 15811 historical events
April 15811 historical events
Alexander Briant Arrested
Alexander Briant is arrested because authorities suspect he can provide information about Catholic missionary networks and Edmund Campion.
June 15814 historical events
Treason
Defends Morton, makes a vain attempt to rescue him, and is declared guilty of high treason
Trial
Defends Morton, makes a vain attempt to rescue him, and is declared guilty of high treason
Anjou Sovereignty Safeguards
Participates in negotiations that restrict Anjou's authority, protect English offices and laws, and prevent the proposed marriage from subordinating England to foreign interests.
Anjou Marriage Contract Drafted
Approves detailed marriage articles with Francis, Duke of Anjou, while reserving a final decision on whether the marriage will actually proceed.
July 15814 historical events
Edmund Campion Captured at Lyford Grange
Edmund Campion is captured after priest hunters discover him at Lyford Grange, ending more than a year of clandestine Jesuit missionary work.
Execution of Everard Hanse
Everard Hanse is executed for exercising Catholic priesthood and denying the queen's religious supremacy.
Execution of Morton
Enters into correspondence with the English Government for an invasion of Scotland to rescue Morton, and on the latters execution goes to London, where he is welcomed by Queen Elizabeth
Invasion of Scotland
Enters into correspondence with the English Government for an invasion of Scotland to rescue Morton, and on the latters execution goes to London, where he is welcomed by Queen Elizabeth
October 15811 historical events
Marriage
Alencon arrives in England after Elizabeth has a marriage contract drawn up
November 15811 historical events
Marriage
Elizabeth I publicy announces "the Duke of Alencon shall be my husband"
December 15818 historical events
Death of St Edmund Campion
Death of St Edmund Campion, executed
Execution of Campion
Executed after being falsely implicated in a plot against Elizabeth I
Plot
Executed after being falsely implicated in a plot against Elizabeth I
Execution of Alexander Briant
Alexander Briant is executed after conviction for alleged treason linked to Catholic missionary work and Jesuit association.
Execution of Ralph Sherwin
Ralph Sherwin is executed after conviction for alleged treason arising from Catholic missionary activity in England.
Execution of Campion
St Edmund Campion is executed when falsely implicated in a plot against Elizabeth I
Diplomatic Negotiations
Elizabeth toys with Alencons marriage negotiations to isolate Spain
Marriage
Lends the Duke of Alencon 60,000 pounds to assist him in The Netherlands
Reballion of Munster
Fights against the Munster rebels in Ireland & comes to the attention of Elizabeth I
Mayor
Appointed Mayor of Plymouth
Succession
Appointed to arrange a marriage between Elizabeth and Francois, Duke of Alencon
Alliance Francis Walsingham and partner not stated in source
Fails to secure an alliance against Spain
Speaker of House of Commons
Appointed Speaker of the House of Commons
Subjects' Due Obedience Act Passed
Parliament increases penalties for reconciling English subjects to Rome and for activities challenging allegiance to Elizabeth.
Member of Parliament for Bossiney
Bacon enters the House of Commons as member for Bossiney.
Reform of Treason Law
It becomes treasonable to convert to catholicism. A 20 pounds a month for those over 16 who are absent from Sunday Service
Trial
Robert Cateby is tried in Star Chamber alongside William Vaux, 3rd Baron Vaux of Harrowden, and his brother-in-law Sir Thomas Tresham, for harbouring the Jesuit Edmund Campion
Trial
Robert Cateby is tried in Star Chamber alongside William Vaux, 3rd Baron Vaux of Harrowden, and his brother-in-law Sir Thomas Tresham, for harbouring the Jesuit Edmund Campion
Reballion of Munster
Fights against the Munster rebels in Ireland & comes to the attention of Elizabeth I
Montaigne Receives Roman Citizenship
During his stay in Rome Montaigne received an honorary form of Roman citizenship. The distinction acknowledged the cultural importance of classical Rome to his identity as a humanist.
Montaigne Returns As Bordeaux Mayor
Montaigne was elected mayor of Bordeaux while still traveling and then returned to perform municipal duties. The role placed his intellectual independence within the practical difficulties of civil administration.
Montaigne Visits Lucca Thermal Baths
Montaigne pursued treatment for painful kidney stones during his Italian travels, including visits to mineral waters. His travel record documented bodily experience with the same attention seen in his essays.
Mayor of Bordeaux
Montaigne is elected mayor of Bordeaux and later serves a second term.
Holy Roman Empire
After the Dutch revolt against Spain erupted, the Empire remained neutral; de facto allowing The Netherlands to depart the Empire in 1581
Capture of India
Akbar, Mughal Emperor of India, conquers Afghanistan
Invasion of Afghanistan
Akbar, Mughal Emperor of India, conquers Afghanistan
Rule of Afghanistan
Akbar, Mughal Emperor of India, conquers Afghanistan
Council of Trent
Carries out the decrees of the Council of Trent
Reform of Calendar
Adds an extra day to the Julian calendar, 29th Feb every 4 yrs
Independence of Netherlands
Philip II denounces William as a traitor & puts a high price on his head
Rule of Netherlands, The
William I the Silent appoints the duc dAlencon King of Holland
Succession
The position of Stadholder is made hereditary. Succeeds as Stadholder of The Netherlands
Invasion of Russia
Stephen Bathory of Poland invades Russia
Capture of Portugal
Portugal is captured by Spain
Capture of Siberia
Captures Siberia
Invasion of Russia
Stephen Bathory of Poland invades Russia
Death of James Douglas
Charged by Esme Stuart of complicity in the death of Lord Darnley
Execution of Douglas
Charged by Esme Stuart of complicity in the death of Lord Darnley
Succession
Assumes full power as the King of Scotland
Capture of Spain
Captures Portugal