Sir Francis Walsingham Flashcards
1
Q
What did he spend Mary’s reign doing?
A
-he was a fervent Protestant->spent Mary’s reign on the continent gaining a knowledge of European affairs and languages
2
Q
What was a result of him entering parliament in 1558 as an MP for Lyme Regis?
A
-recommended to Sir William Cecil
3
Q
When was he appointed ambassador to Paris?
A
-1570
4
Q
What was he promoted to in 1575?
A
-Secretary of State with special responsibility for foreign affairs
5
Q
What about him caused friction with Elizabeth? What was a result of this?
A
-his bluntness and extreme religious convictions but she respected him and made him Chancellor of the Order of the Garter and Chancellor of the Duchy Lancaster
6
Q
When did he die?
A
-1590
