Robert Dudley, Earl of Leicester

Question 1

Why was he in the Tower during Mary’s reign and when was he released?

Answer 1

-had been imprisoned for his part in his father’s (Northumberland) conspiracy to put Lady Jane Grey on the throne in 1533
-released in 1555

Question 2

When did he fight against the French during Mary’s reign?

Answer 2

-1557

Question 3

What was he appointed as in 1558?

Answer 3

-appointed Master of the Horse by Elizabeth

Question 4

What early rumours started in 1558?

Answer 4

-early rumours of a romantic attachment to Elizabeth despite him being married to Amy Robsart

Question 5

What happened in 1560?

Answer 5

-Amy Robsart found dead in suspicious circumstances->rumours grew that he and Elizabeth would marry

Question 6

What was he given in 1562?

Answer 6

-Dudley given large estates and export licences followed by a seat on the council->clashed frequently with Burghley

Question 7

What was he created in 1564?

Answer 7

-Earl of Leicester

Question 8

When did he secretly marry the Countess of Essex?

Answer 8

-1578

Question 9

What was he appointed as in 1585?

Answer 9

-Lieutenant-General of the army in the Netherlands

Question 10

When did he die?

Answer 10

-1588