Elizabeth I Quotes


We do not conceive in our heart to take a husband, but highly commend this single life, and hope that your Serene Highness will no longer spend time in waiting for us.


Citations

Elizabeth I, 1533-1603, Queen of England, Letter to King Eric of Sweden who had proposed to her before she became Queen and sent his brother as a proxy groom, February 25, 1560

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Elizabeth I
Elizabeth I
  • Born: September 7, 1533
  • Died: March 24, 1603
  • Nationality: English
  • Profession: Royalty

Elizabeth I was Queen of England and Ireland from 17 November 1558 until her death in 1603. Sometimes called the Virgin Queen, Gloriana or Good Queen Bess, Elizabeth was the last of the five monarchs of the House of Tudor.