Why is Queen Elizabeth I so important in English history?

As part of our Women in History series, best-selling author and historian Dr Tracy Borman explains what the the accession of Elizabeth I, in November 1558 has meant for women in positions of power. read more

As part of our Women in History series, best-selling author and historian Dr Tracy Borman explains what the the accession of Elizabeth I, in November 1558 has meant for women in positions of power. When Elizabeth I became queen upon the death of her half-sister ‘Bloody’ Mary on 17 November 1558, there was great rejoicing across the kingdom. read more

Queen Elizabeth ruled England from 1558 till 1603. During the period of the Queen’s rule the English became powerful in the World, the Anglican Church was transformed into a formal Church, all the British Isles were integrated into a single nation for the first time. read more