17 Nov 1558—24 Mar 1603: Queen Elizabeth I's reign
Elizabeth I was also known as The Virgin Queen, Gloriana or Good Queen Bess. She was the last of the five monarchs of the House of Tudor.
Elizabeth's reign became known as the Elizabethan era. The period is famous for the flourishing of English drama, led by playwrights such as William Shakespeare and Christopher Marlowe, and for the seafaring prowess of English adventurers such as Francis Drake. After the short reigns of her half-siblings, her 44 years on the throne provided welcome stability for the kingdom and helped forge a sense of national identity
1598 - 1599 (1 year)
