![]() But t hankfully, Elizabeth proved to be a more tolerant ruler than Mary and tried to make England a fairer place for everyone.Įlizabeth I was always seen dressed in fabulous outfits that reflected her wealth and status.Įlizabeth was a very clever, quick-witted ruler and is famed for her great skills of persuasion. A carpet was laid down for Elizabeth to walk on to Westminster Abbey, and people cut out pieces as mementos of the day.Įlizabeth proved to be a very different ruler to her older half-sister, Mary, who had dealt out harsh punishments to those who disagreed with her attempts to restore England to Catholicism (the Roman Catholic faith) – earning her the nickname ‘Bloody Mary’.ĭuring Elizabeth’s reign, she sought to return the country from Catholicism to Protestantism (another form of the Christian religion), like her father had done before her. ![]() Elizabeth gladly received flowers and congratulations from ordinary people in the street – just like our queen does today. Her coronation on 15th January 1559 was an impressive, expensive celebration. The third of Henry’s children to inherit the throne, she was to reign for much longer than her half-brother and half-sister. When Henry VIII died, he left his nine-year-old son, King Edward VI, to rule England – quite a big job for a little boy! But after Edward’s untimely death, Henry’s eldest daughter, Mary I, reigned until she died in 1558.įinally, it was Elizabeth’s turn. It would still be many years, however, until Elizabeth would sit on the throne. Catherine felt it was important for father and daughter to be reunited, and insured that Elizabeth received a good education, including learning the art of public speaking – a skill that would prove very useful to her in future!Įlizabeth’s coronation procession outside Westminster Abbey in 1559. ![]() It wasn’t until Henry married his sixth wife, Catherine Parr, that Elizabeth was welcomed back into the family. Why? Henry was desperate for a male heir to succeed him.ĭid you know that we have a FREE downloadable Queen Elizabeth I primary resource? Great for teachers, homeschoolers and parents alike! Aww, poor little thing…įollowing her mother’s execution, Elizabeth was neglected by her father. She also had her title downgraded from ‘Princess’ to ‘Lady’. When she was just two years old, her father had her mother beheaded – yikes! – and Elizabeth removed from the line of succession (her right to inherit the throne). Henry already had a daughter, Mary – Elizabeth’s half-sister – with his first wife Catherine of Aragon.Įlizabeth had a pretty tough upbringing. She’s regarded as one of the greatest monarchs of England.īorn 7th September 1533, Elizabeth was the daughter of Henry VIII and his second wife, Anne Boleyn. Meet one of the most powerful women in British and Tudor history in our Elizabeth I facts! Elizabeth I facts Who was Elizabeth I?Įlizabeth I was Queen of England and Ireland from 17th November 1558 to 24th March 1603.
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