18 March 1551Summoned by CouncilMary I
Mary is summoned before Edward VI's council over religious nonconformity
Historical records for England in 1551, rendered directly from the World History Database and ordered by month, day and event.
Mary is summoned before Edward VI's council over religious nonconformity
Mary defends her right to hear Mass despite Edwardian religious policy
John Dudley is created Duke of Northumberland while continuing to dominate Edward VI's government.
The former Lord Protector, Edward Seymour, is arrested again after allegations of plotting against Northumberland and other councillors.
Arrested for a 2nd time by thw Warwick led coalition
Somerset is acquitted of high treason but convicted of felony after a trial at Westminster Hall.
Arrested for a conspircay against Warwicks life
Appointed Bishop of Winchester
Mary continues Catholic worship despite pressure from Edward VI's government
Charles V of Spain threatens war if Mary cannot practise her Catholicism
Appointed Envoy to France
Debates vestments and episcopal authority with John Hooper.
Supports the refounding of London hospitals for poor relief.
Created Duke of Northumberland
Created Earl of Pembroke, 1st, 2nd creation
Encourages organised relief for the poor in London.
Supports continuing Protestant reform in England.
Appointed Regent, rules on behalf of Edward VI
Charles V warns England over Mary's right to practise Catholicism
Publication of "Rule of Reason"
Succeeds as Queen of England. Charles V of Spain threatens war if Mary cannot practise her Catholicism
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