Elizabeth I

Historical eventJune 271571

Elizabeth I

Queen Elizabeth I issued a royal charter establishing Jesus College, the first Protestant college at the University of Oxford.

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When
Wednesday, June 27 1571455 years ago
Category
Historical eventA dated happening — a battle, treaty, launch, discovery, disaster or decision — recorded on this calendar day.
Era
16th century · 1570s
Calendar
Julian — as recorded at the time
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Dates: From 1571.

What happened

Elizabeth I 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 of Tudor. Her eventful reign, and its effect on history and culture, gave name to the Elizabethan era.

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When did Elizabeth I happen?

June 27 1571 — 455 years ago, on a Wednesday.

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