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Why did Elizabeth 1st keep Mary Queen of Scots locked up for 17 years?
Elizabeth I kept Mary Queen of Scots imprisoned for 17 years primarily due to concerns over Mary’s claim to the English throne and the potential threat she posed to Elizabeth’s reign. As a legitimate heir, Mary was seen as a focal point for Catholic plots against Elizabeth, who was Protestant. Additionally, Elizabeth feared that freeing Mary could spark civil unrest or rebellion in England. Ultimately, Mary's imprisonment was a means of protecting Elizabeth's sovereignty and maintaining stability in her kingdom.
What is queen elisabeth 1 remembered for?
Elizabeth the 1st was remembered because the strengthening England, She fought against the Spanish Navy " The Armanda" and England was out numbered and had to used fishing boats to help with the battle. The English won the battle in 1588. Also she execution Mary, Queen of Scots in 1587.
What religion was Elizabeth the 1st brother?
his name was EdwardVI he became king when Henry VIII died.
Who where James the 1st parents?
he was the only child of Mary, Queen of Scots and Lord Darnley (Henry Stuart, Duke of Albany). His Great-Grandmother was Margaret Tudor, elder sister of Henry VIII.
Why was queen Elizabeth 1st put in jail?
Queen Elizabeth I (1533 - 1603) was locked up in the Tower of London in March 1554 for 8 weeks, (when she was still Princess Elizabeth) on the orders of her half sister, Mary I (1516 - 1558). Mary was suspicious of Elizabeth and thought she might be the inspiration for plots against her. When Mary I died in 1558, Elizabeth became Queen.
Why do people think that Queen Mary of Scots was 1st cousin to elizabeth the first when in fact they have the same father king Henry the 8th which made the 2 queens half sisters?
No !! Mary Queen of Scots & Elizabeth do not have the same father ! Elizabeths 1/2 sister is Mary Tudor, Queen Mary I. Mary Queen of Scots is Mary Stuart, mother of James VI of Scotland, James I of England. She is Elizabeths cousin not her half sister. Mary I is Elizabeths 1/2 sister. Mary I & Mary, Queen of Scots are two (2) different people !
Why did Mary queen of Scots get beheaded?
she got beheaded because she was behind a plot to usurp the throne from Queen Elizabeth
What was Elizabeth the 1st relationship to Mary Queen of Scots?
Mary Queen of Scots was Henry VII of England's great-granddaughter. Elizabeth I was the second legitimate child of Henry VIII of England (the son of Henry VII) to survive infancy. Elizabeth was therefore the granddaughter of Henry VII. In other words Mary was the daughter of Elizabeth's cousin.
Who became queen after Queen Mary?
Elizabeth the 1st
Who became queen after Mary?
Elizabeth the 1st
What is queen elizabeth the first remembered for?
Elizabeth 1st reign is remembered for many reasons but two of the more important were: 1. The execuion of Mary, Queen of Scots in 1587. 2.The Spanish Armanda of 1588 3. strengthening England
What were Queen Elizabeth 1st nicknames?
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth does not have nicknames.
Why do you think Mary imprisoned elizabeth in tower?
It is the other way round, Elizabeth 1st of England imprisoned Mary, Queen of Scots, in the Tower of London. However, to ask why she did this, is in debate, as many people could argue over that is was because Mary was plotting against Elizabeth, or the other way round.
Who did Queen Elizabeth II take over?
Mary the 1st
What did king Philip of Spain hate?
elizabeth 1st for not accepting her hand in marriage as well as killing mary queen of scots. Philip wanted England back so he proposed to Elizabeth. Elizabeth said no because of religion wise. Elizabeth was Protestant and Philip was Catholic.
Were Mary Queen of Scots and Elizabeth I related?
YesMary Queen of Scots was Elizabeth's first cousin once removed. Mary's grandmother was sister of Elizabeth's father Henry VIII. But they were not first cousins.Elizabeth's first cousins were:By her aunt Margaret Tudor:James, Duke of RothesayArthur, Duke of RothesayJames V of Scotland (Mary Queen of Scot's father)Alexander Stewart, Duke of RossMargaret Douglas, Countess of LennoBy her aunt Mary Tudor:Henry Brandon († 1522)Frances Grey, Duchess of SuffolkEleanor Clifford, Countess of CumberlandHenry Brandon, 1st Earl of LincolnBy her aunt Mary Boleyn:Henry Carey, 1st Baron HunsdonCatherine Carey, Lady KnollysAnne StaffordEdward Stafford
King James 1st?
King James the 1st was king of Great Britain from 1603 to 1625. He was the son of Mary Queen of Scots.
