Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 15 hours ago
Elizabeth I is one of the most famous monarchs in English history. With her pale face, red hair, elaborate dresses and enormous white collars, she has become instantly recognisable. Her reign saw the defeat of the Spanish Armada, the rise of William Shakespeare and the growth of English exploration. Yet Elizabeth's fame has also created a problem.
Elizabeth I is one of the most famous monarchs in English history. With her pale face, red hair, elaborate dresses and enormous white collars, she has become instantly recognisable. Her reign saw the defeat of the Spanish Armada, the rise of William Shakespeare and the growth of English exploration. Yet Elizabeth's fame has also created a problem.
