Queen Elizabeth I died 415 Years Ago
Queen Elizabeth I was a historical figure which I studied more than others growing up. Something about the theatrical performances with her saying "Lop off his head" simply intrigued me and all these executions by beheading were in that vein of interests of a young boy attempting to be more worldly than he actually was.When I traveled to London while in the Navy I was sure to visit all those places of my imagination ... the palaces, the cathedrals, and I viewed every grave of note I could think of during those few days.
I must have stayed in Westminster Abbey for at least four hours and by the time I returned to the ship I was both exhausted and famished — and immensely happy to have made the travels of the day.
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She fell into a deep sleep while being attended by her staff from which she never awoke.
Her passing was described as occurring "mildly like a lamb" and "easily".
She is interred in the Henry VII Chapel of Westminster Abbey, London United Kingdom.