Sir Francis Walsingham Flashcards
Member of the Privy Council
1
Q
What was Francis Walsingham’s religion?
A
Puritan
2
Q
When was Francis Walsingham appointed to the Privy Council?
A
1573
3
Q
What position did Francis Walsingham hold within the Privy Council?
A
Secretary of State
4
Q
Give four examples of work Francis Walsingham undertook whilst in the Privy Council:
A
He had responsibility for foreign affairs
He was in charge of Elizabeth’s secret service
He organised a network of spies all over Europe
He under covered a plot to murder Elizabeth
5
Q
How many languages did Francis Walsingham speak?
A
5
