Elizabeth Knollys

English noblewoman and courtier

Elizabeth Knollys - English noblewoman and courtier
Born

June 15th, 1549
476 years ago

Died

1605
420 years ago — 56 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

England

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Born into a prominent family, served as a lady-in-waiting to Queen Elizabeth I. Participated in the royal court's political and social life. Married Sir Francis Knollys and had several children. Contributed to the Tudor court's cultural landscape through her connections and status. Engaged in the governance of family estates and supported the Protestant cause.

Served as a lady-in-waiting to Queen Elizabeth I

Held significant influence in the Tudor court

Managed family estates throughout her life

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