Execution of John Paine
John Paine is executed after conviction for alleged treason connected with his Catholic priestly ministry.
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1582 in England
Explore 8 historical events and records for England in 1582.
Historical records for England in 1582
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April
May
Chief Justice
Admitted as Chief Justice of the Common Pleas
Execution of Thomas Ford
Thomas Ford is executed for alleged treason after returning to England as a Catholic seminary priest.
November
Marriage Bond
Marriage bond is made for the marriage of Anne Hathaway and William Shakespeare
Marriage Bond
Marriage bond is made for the marriage of William Shakespeare and Anne Hathaway
December
Birth of Robert Bertie
Birth of Robert Bertie, later first Earl of Lindsey
Other events (month unknown)
Divers Voyages touching the Discoverie of America
Publishes Divers Voyages touching the Discoverie of America
Bacon Called To The English Bar
Bacon qualified as a barrister at Gray's Inn and began developing his legal practice. The experience familiarized him with evidence and procedure as matters of organized inquiry.
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