Wentworth Committed after Privilege Speech
The Commons commits Wentworth to the Tower after his outspoken defence of parliamentary privilege and criticism of restrictions on debate.
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1576 in England
Explore 12 historical events and records for England in 1576.
Historical records for England in 1576
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February
Wentworth Demands Parliamentary Free Speech
Peter Wentworth argues that the Commons should debate freely without royal interference, challenging Elizabeth's limits on parliamentary discussion.
September
Death of Walter Devereux
Death of Walter Devereux
Burial
Burial of Walter Devereux, Carmarthen Castle, Wales
Other events (month unknown)
Arrest of Peter Wentworth
Imprisoned for advocating the right of Parliament to discuss all matters of State
Bacon Enters Legal Training At Grays Inn
Bacon joined Gray's Inn to study law after his university education. Legal reasoning and institutional practice subsequently shaped his writing about reforming knowledge.
Bacon Travels To France On Diplomatic Service
Bacon accompanied the English ambassador Amyas Paulet to France early in his career. The journey exposed him to European diplomacy and reinforced an interest in practical political knowledge.
Birth of Henry Somerset
Birth of Henry Somerset
Bishop
Appointed Bishop of Rochester
Death of Robert Devereux
Death of Walter Devereux, Burghley becomes guardian & his mother marries Leicester
Marriage
Elizabeth I turns down Parliaments appeals for her to marry
Prophesyings Defended by Grindal
Grindal defends clerical preaching exercises known as prophesyings because he believes they improve ministerial learning and preaching standards.
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