Mary, Queen Of Scots And The Spanish Armada Flashcards
Who was Mary, Queen of Scots?
Was elizabeths cousin and heir to the throne
Why was she a threat?
She was a catholic and could encourage rebellion
When did she travel to England secretly?
1568
How long did she stay there?
18yrs
What plots did Walshingham uncover?
Throckmorton plot, Ridolfi plot
Walshingham found the Babington plot when was mary executed?
1587
What were the first cause of the Spanish armada?
Phillip wanted to restore Catholicism in England
What was the second cause
Angry at Elizabeth for rejecting him
What was the 3rd cause?
angry that Elizabeth had executed mary
What was the 4th reason?
Unhappy Elizabeth was allowing British sailors to steal Spanish treasure
What was the 5th reason?
Elizabeth had supported protestant rebels who were fighting Spanish control
When did Spain attack?
1588
What battle did England defeat spain?
Battle of gravesline
