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This paper examines the life, reign and scandals faced by Queen Elizabeth II of England. The paper describes the Queen as a fascinating historical figure from even before she took the throne at the age of twenty-five. It further examines her reign as being marked by controversy within her family, especially with regard to the lives and marriages of her children. She continues to stand as a symbol of Britain, ruling as Queen, and volunteering to support the war effort, showing her passion, and commitment to her country. Despite the scandals surrounding the marriages of people near her, this paper describes Queen Elizabeth's life and accomplishments in a positive and respectful tone.

Outline
Introduction
Geographic Origins
Religious and Cultural Significance
Queen Elizabeth II and Bad Publicity
Conclusion

From the Paper
"Queen Elizabeth was not the original successor to the throne. The Queen's Uncle, King Edward VIII, who was king at the time of her birth, brought scandal to the Royal family when he began to spend time with a so-called commoner, American divorcee Wallis Simpson. (Green, Robert. Queen Elizabeth II. Franklin Watts, 1997.) . The Church of England, bowing to the prevailing social views of the time, did not view King Edward's actions as acceptable behavior, particularly due to his royal position. (Green, Robert . Queen Elizabeth II. Franklin Watts, 1997.) In the wake of the scandal, Queen Elizabeth's father Prince Albert became king when his brother abdicated the throne to marry Simpson. This made the way for the young Princess to inherit the title."

Tags:Queen Elizabeth II, England, Britain, Prince Charles, Pincess Diana, Diana Spencer, scandal, royal, King Charles

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The paper looks at two matriarchs who contributed mightily to the success of their nations during the early modern era of the fifteenth, sixteenth and seventeenth centuries: Queen Isabella of Spain and Queen Elizabeth I of England. The paper asserts that there are a host of reasons why these two women are important, but surely one of the most important considerations that must be borne in mind when assessing each of them is that they both proved unequivocally that women could be effective, even brilliant, heads of state. That being said, however, this paper eventually argues that, while both women were often brilliantly successful, and while both women overcame many of the same obstacles and employed comparable tools to establish themselves, Elizabeth was ultimately the superior leader because of her ability to balance political objectives with economic realities and to never permit personal feelings to guide public policy; in essence, Elizabeth's notoriously cautious nature served her and her realm very well.

From the Paper
"The ensuing paper will look at two matriarchs who contributed mightily to the success of their nations during the early modern era of the fifteenth, sixteenth and seventeenth centuries: Queen Isabella of Spain and Queen Elizabeth I of England. There are a host of reasons why these two women are important, but surely one of the most important considerations that must be borne in mind when assessing each of them is that they both proved unequivocally that women could be effective, even brilliant, heads of..."

Tags:achievement, elizabeth, isabella

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In this essay, the paper follows the record of Queen Elizabeth I's reign, gradually arriving at an understanding of why Elizabeth and England under her rule were awarded recognition as a singularly important historical era. The paper first provides some preliminary background information on the person of Elizabeth herself. It then discusses Elizabeth's ascendance to the throne by examining the Tudor succession-particularly in its religious aspects-beginning with the life of Henry VIII. The essay proceeds by following this religious thread into Elizabeth's reign by treating the Northern Rebellion. Fourth, it discusses the Poor Law of 1601 in relation to Elizabethan England and the English Renaissance.
Introduction
Elizabeth: Early Life
The Tudor Dynasty and the Elizabethan Religious Settlement
The Northern Rebellion
The Poor Law
Conclusion

From the Paper
"King Henry VIII of England, known most famously for his many wives, managed only three children who survived past infancy. Elizabeth was the second of these children, born on 7 September, 1533 to Henry's second wife, Anne Boleyn. In personality, Elizabeth is said to have been charismatic and flirtatious, traits that would serve her well in her eventual rule. In her early life, Elizabeth was strongly influenced by a few individuals. For example, Katherine Champernowne, was Elizabeth's second governess with whom she developed a close personal relationship that lasted into Elizabeth's reign. Additionally, Anne Boleyn entrusted Matthew Parker to Elizabeth's spiritual wellbeing before Boleyn's death, and Parker retained a special interest in Elizabeth for some years afterward."

Tags:tudor, renaissance, anne, boleyn, henry, poor, law, english

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The paper discusses Queen Elizabeth's leadership qualities that played a large role in her popularity. The paper relates that Queen Elizabeth was active in foreign policy and increased the country's trade, thus increasing the wealth of the nation. The paper describes the opposition to her reign from the Catholics and concludes that despite her downfalls, she was an excellent leader.

Outline:
Introduction
Successes
The People
The Country
Trade
Opposition

From the Paper
"During an unpleasant period in English history, Elizabeth I became one of England's most influential monarchs. She was a descendent of the Tudor line and her forty-five year reign was very successful and a jubilant Elizabethan Age. "Amongst her most notable victories, Queen Elizabeth I successfully restored England to the Protestant faith. Many plots to overtake Elizabeth and convert the country back to Catholicism were devised, but failed. Mary, Queen of Scots, a devout Catholic and Elizabeth's cousin, was at the heart of these schemes. The likely successor of Elizabeth, Mary was imprisoned for 19 years for her role in the rebellion. This made her an attractive potential pawn for the likes of enemies such as Phillip II, King of Spain. Yet Mary would never be used to gain a foothold against Elizabeth, as she was executed in 1587" (Queen Elizabeth I was Loved and Admired by her Subjects... Here's Why). From there, it is likely that Queen Elizabeth dealt with the main concerns for the country rather for rather than herself, which made her the greatest leader. In order to be a great leader, one must put the people first before their personal issues.... Since there were people who were after her reign, it is clear that she was the best leader for England during that period."

Tags:trade, popularity, Protestants, Catholics, Puritans

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This seven-page undergraduate paper discusses the life of Queen Elizabeth. The paper will basically attempt to prove that Queen Elizabeth I was a genius, a beauty, a leader and a manipulator that mesmerized and charmed her public for centuries.

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This essay examines Queen Elizabeth I and analyzes her approach to governing. The author compares her style of leadership to Alexander the Great and Julius Caesar, discusses how Machiavelli would have viewed her political tactics and strategies and explains her influence on the modern world. The paper concludes that Elizabeth I was England's greatest queen, for her style of rule, successful domestic and foreign policies, and personal courage and determination enabled her to unite her people, defeat Spain and set England on a course for future greatness.

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This paper discusses Queen Elizabeth I and her rise to power. The paper focuses mostly on events leading up the queen's ascension to the throne rather than her actual reign (which took place between 1558 and 1603), including King Henry VIII's attempts to create a male heir to his throne and his daughter Mary's brief reign. The political and religious aspects of that time period are also discussed.

From the Paper
"I have but the body of a weak and feeble woman, but I have the heart and stomach of a king." This statement, by Queen Elizabeth I of England, was a telling display of her strength, as well as her fascinating and charismatic personality. Elizabeth Tudor, a powerful image of female authority, ruled over England from 1558 until her death, in 1603. Elizabeth proved to be a strong and successful leader during her reign, and the story behind her acquisition of the throne is a unique one. Life prior to Elizabeth's reign was comprised of many historic events that led to her accession, including political issues, murderous plots, and an extraordinarily atypical childhood. Elizabeth ascended to the throne at a time when England was torn between Catholics and Protestants, when the country was tormented by the French and the Spanish, and unruly leaders from around the realm sought to usurp her crown for themselves. Nevertheless, Elizabeth's reign resulted in a country that was prosperous, affluent, and rich in literature and art."

Tags:anne, boleyn, protestant, reformation, renaissance, tudor

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This paper charts the reign of Queen Elizabeth I who ruled England for 45 years. It follows the record of her reign, explaining why England under her rule was such an important historical era. It discusses various events that occurred during her reign that impacted on the nation she ruled for over forty years.

Outline:
Introduction
Elizabeth: Early Life
The Tudor Dynasty and the Elizabethan Religious Settlement
The Poor Law
Conclusion

From the Paper
"The reign of Queen Elizabeth I of England was arguably one of the most eventful and tumultuous periods in British history. Of course, part of this distinction is due to the fact that Elizabeth ruled for 45 years (1558 to her death in 1603), and such a length of time is bound to encompass at least a few memorable developments. Her reign can not be written off so easily as this, however. So influential was this time period in English history that it is given its own title; it is deemed the period of Elizabethan England--sometimes the Golden Age."

Tags:historical, crown, Elizabethan

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The paper outlines Queen Elizabeth I's background and eventual rise to the throne. The paper describes her reign and the incidents that put the era's stability to the test. The paper relates that Elizabeth I is remembered as one of the most popular and influential rulers in British history; through her leadership, England substantially increased its influence in the world and she was able to guide the country through great religious upheaval.

From the Paper
"Queen Elizabeth I was an amazing woman, living for seventy years and in that time she was technically the queen of France as well as holding real power where she reigned for forty-five years in England until she died in the year 1603. She was the sixth and final member of the Tudor dynasty and because she was never married, she is sometimes referred to as the Virgin Queen. However, the time in which she reigned as queen, known commonly as the Elizabethan era, is remembered as one of the most important times in English history. Through her leadership, England substantially increased its influence in the world and she was able to guide the country through great religious upheaval."

Tags:Parliament, Catholics, Protestants, Spain, Ireland

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This paper presents a detailed analysis of articles and books written about Elizabeth I. The writer traces Elizabeth I's life and explores various writers' commentaries on her life and the bias of their writings. It concludes with an attempt to arrive at a consensus of the Queen's character, from the writings studied.

From the Paper
"The above passage from the article underscores the author's obvious admiration of the queen and her confidence. The article displays several examples of the queen's ability to shut down anyone who attempts to chastise her publicly or rebuke her nation's efforts. The queen was well known for the ability to react with a sharp tongue and be able to lash someone to shreds verbally if she felt cornered or insulted, however, the author of each article about her decides how much of this trait to display within the writings. "

Tags:UK, England