Prophesyings Suppressed by Royal Order
Elizabeth orders the suppression of prophesyings, fearing that uncontrolled clerical meetings encourage Puritan organisation and challenge episcopal authority.
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1577 in England
Explore 17 historical events and records for England in 1577.
Historical records for England in 1577
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May
June
Grindal Suspended from Active Authority
Grindal is effectively suspended after refusing fully to execute Elizabeth's command against prophesyings.
November
Execution of Cuthbert Mayne
Cuthbert Mayne is hanged, drawn and quartered after conviction under laws directed against Catholic missionary activity.
December
Circumnavigation
Sets sail in the Golden Hind
Circumnavigation
Sails the Pelican with 4 other ships & 166 men towards South America
Other events (month unknown)
Armament
Offers 20,000 pounds for a Huguenot army to be raised in Germany
Birth of son
Eldst son of Charles Somerset, 5th Earl of Worcester
Birth of Thomas Belasyse
Birth of Thomas Belasyse
Bishop
Appointed Bishop of London
Bishop
Appointed Bishop of Salisbury
Bishop
Appointed Bishop of Worcester
Chief Baron of the Court of Exchequer
Appointed Chief Baron of the Court of Exchequer
Chief Baron of the Court of Exchequer
Appointed Chief Baron of the Court of Exchequer
Circumnavigation
Sponsored by Elizabeth I to explore the Pacific. Sails around the world, robbing Spanish ships on his way
Huguenot Army
Offers 20,000 pounds for a Huguenot army to be raised in Germany
Marriage
Marries Mary Sidney
Secretary of State
Appointed Secretary of State
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