Elizabeth I (7 September 1533 – 24 March 1603) [a] was Queen of England and Ireland from 17 November 1558 until her death in 1603. She was the last and longest reigning monarch of the House …

Nov 21, 2025 · Elizabeth I (born September 7, 1533, Greenwich, near London, England—died March 24, 1603, Richmond, Surrey) was the queen of England (1558–1603) during a period, often called the …

Elizabeth succeeded to the throne on her half-sister's death in November 1558. She was very well-educated (fluent in five languages), and had inherited intelligence, determination and shrewdness …

The Queen encouraged Elizabeth's learning and taught her about Protestant reform. She also read classical texts, including Cicero, and discovered the power of oratory.

Daughter of Henry VIII and his infamous second wife, Anne Boleyn, Queen Elizabeth I is one of the most iconic monarchs in British history. Whether you know her story from the silver screen or the …

Nov 18, 2024 · We tell the story of the reign of Queen Elizabeth I, from her turbulent journey from pampered princess to royal outcast, and how she became ‘Good Queen Bess’

May 26, 2020 · Elizabeth I reigned as queen of England from 1558 to 1603. Her 44-year reign was so long and packed with momentous events that the second half of the 16th century is now known as …

Elizabeth I was queen of England and Ireland and her 45 year reign was considered a ‘golden period’ of English history.

Elizabeth I, the Virgin Queen, ruled from 1558 to 1603, guiding England through religious turmoil, political intrigue, and military triumphs. Explore her reign.

A timeline of significant events in the life of Elizabeth I of England, popularly known as the Virgin Queen and Good Queen Bess. She was queen of England for almost 45 years. During that time the country …