How Far Was The Northern Rebellion of 1569 the Result of Religious Change?

Abstract: This 12 page paper considers the different influences that came together to create the Northern Rebellion that threatened the reign of Queen Elizabeth I in 1569. The writer argues that although this appeared to be predominantly a religious rebellion, seeking to restore the Roman Catholic church, in reality there were many other factors, such as poverty and political power, that were also key issues. The bibliography cites 8 sources.

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Catagory: England (Before 1700)

Subcatagory: Western Civilization

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