Strength Of Elizabeths Authority And Essex Rebellion Flashcards
1
Q
Who was the earl of Essex to Elizabeth?
A
He was one of Elizabeth’s favourites on her privy council
His rival was Robert Cecil
2
Q
Causes of the Essex rebellion ?
A
Essex was disrespectful to the queen and placed under house arrest
He flailed to deal with a rebellion in Ireland and began to loose the queens favour
He lost most of his wealth
So he began to plot a rebellion against the queen.
3
Q
When did the Essex rebellion take place?
A
1601
4
Q
What did the rebellion involve?
A
Essex took 4 privy councillors hostage and marched along with 200 supporters to his house
Many of his supporters left
Essex got arrested
5
Q
What happens to Essex after he is arrested ?
A
He was sentenced to death
This showed Elizabeth’s authority
