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Elizabeth I's decision to sign the death warrant of Mary Queen of Scots in 1587 was influenced by several factors. Mary had been implicated in multiple plots to assassinate Elizabeth, most notably the Babington Plot, which heightened fears of Catholic conspiracies against the Protestant Elizabeth. Additionally, Mary's claim to the English throne posed a continuous threat to Elizabeth's rule, as many Catholics viewed her as the legitimate monarch. Ultimately, the need to protect her reign and the stability of England outweighed any personal reluctance Elizabeth had about executing a fellow queen.

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Elizabeth signed a warrant of execution for?

Mary, Queen of Scots


Who assassinated Mary queen of Scots?

She was not assassinated, she was executed on the order of Queen Elizabeth I. For many years Elizabeth struggled with the decision to execute Mary. She did not want to sign the death warrant of a fellow queen and family member, but eventually she had no choice.


How did Elizabeth kill her cousin Mary queen of Scots?

Elizabeth signed the death warrant, somewhat reluctantly, and Mary was beheaded.


Why did elizabeth sign Mary's death warrant?

Mary Queen of Scots was seen as a Catholic threat to a Protestant throne. When Mary signed a plot paper, Elizabeth was forced to sign her death warrant as a protective measure.


How did elizabeth one react to Mary queen of Scots death?

Elizabeth dealt with Mary Queen of Scots by keeping her imprisoned for nearly 20 years at Fotheringhay Castle and then signing her death warrant. Mary was beheaded there in 1587. how did elizabeth deal with Mary Scots ?


Did Elizabeth I get anyone executed?

No she did not i dont think so anyway. --- Queen Elizabeth I of England was the signatory on the death warrant of Queen Mary the first, Queen of Scots, daughter of King James I of Scotland.


What was Mary queen of Scots to Elizabeth the 1st?

Mary Queen of Scots was Elizabeth I's cousin.


Did Elizabeth I try to save Mary queen of Scots at the last minute?

Elizabeth I did not attempt to save Mary, Queen of Scots, at the last minute. Although there were moments of hesitation and consideration regarding Mary's fate, Elizabeth ultimately signed the death warrant for Mary in 1586, following Mary's involvement in plots against her. Despite being personally conflicted about the execution, Elizabeth allowed it to proceed, leading to Mary's execution in February 1587.


Who was a better queen Mary queen of Scots or Elizabeth?

Elizabeth.


Is Mary Queen of Scots Elizabeth I's first cousin?

No. Mary, Queen of Scots, was the daughter of Elizabeth I's first cousin.


What does Mary queen of Scots death warrant say?

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How were Queen Elizabeth and mary queen of scots related?

Elizabeth I aunt Margaret married Mary's grand father James IV of Scots.