Elizabeth I of England

In 1533, Elizabeth the first was born to Henry VIII and Anne Bolelyn. She was almost 25 years old when she became Queen of England. Queen Elizabeth saw her country emerge as a nation of power and cultural achievement. She was behind the English renaissance. This period in history is called the Elizabethan Age because of her personal character and influence over political, cultural and social culture of England. In this paper, I will discuss Elizabeth is a renaissance notable, her accomplishments, and why, she is still relevant today.

The very fact that Elizabeth became Queen is very interesting. Elizabeth was third in line to become the ruler of England. Her half-brother Edward was first in line. He became Edward IV. However, he died at the age of 15. He was succeeded by the next in line Mary I. Mary was relentless in trying to return England to Catholicism. She started a reign o...