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Elizabeth I died on 24 March 1603 at the age of 69 after a reign of 45 years. Many now believe she died by blood poisoning, but a post-mortem at the time wasn't permitted. Read about some of the theories surrounding the Queen's death.
Apr 3, 2014 · Queen Elizabeth I’s Death. Elizabeth died on March 24, 1603, at Richmond Palace in Surrey. It’s believed that the cosmetic concoction Elizabeth used to cultivate her infamously pale look ...
Feb 9, 2010 · By her death in 1603, England had become a major world power in every respect, and Queen Elizabeth I passed into history as one of England’s greatest monarchs.
May 26, 2020 · Elizabeth died aged 69 in March 1603, and as the Virgin Queen left no heir, she was succeeded by her closest relative James VI of Scotland (r. 1567-1625) who became James I of England (r. 1603-1625). Early Life.
Below is the article summary. For the full article, see Elizabeth I . Elizabeth I, (born Sept. 7, 1533, Greenwich, near London, Eng.—died March 24, 1603, Richmond, Surrey), Queen of England (1558–1603).
Mar 23, 2023 · Elizabeth I died on 24 March 1603, after an illness seemingly caused by political and personal sorrows. Until her last hours, Elizabeth had named no heir to the throne of England. Despite this, many had looked to the king of Scotland, James VI, as the best choice of heir. Elizabeth supposedly gave her blessing to James VI before her death.
Elizabeth succeeded to the throne on her half-sister's death in November 1558. She was very well-educated (fluent in five languages), and had inherited intelligence, determination and shrewdness from both parents. Her 45-year reign is generally considered one of the most glorious in English history.
