On This Day in History, February 1st, 1587 Queen Elizabeth I of England signs death warrant for her cousin, Mary, Queen of Scots
Profession: Queen of England and Ireland
Nationality: England
English
Why Famous: Daughter of Henry VIII and the last of the Tudor monarchs, Elizabeth I ruled England and Ireland from 1558 till her death in 1603.
After the upheavals of previous reigns, hers was marked by prosperity and stability. The so-called Elizabethan era was famous for its playwrights (William Shakespeare) and exploration (Francis Drake).
Her navy also won a famous victory against the Spanish Armada.
Born: September 7, 1533
Birthplace: Greenwich, London, England
Star Sign: Virgo
Died: March 24, 1603 (aged 69)
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