Robert Devereux, 2nd Earl of Essex (/ ˈ d ɛ v ə ˌ r uː /; 10 November 1565 – 25 February 1601) was an English nobleman and a favourite of Queen Elizabeth I. Politically ambitious, and a committed general, he was placed under house arrest following a poor campaign in Ireland during the Nine Years' War in 1599.

Robert Devereux, 2nd earl of Essex (born Nov. 10, 1567, Netherwood, Herefordshire, Eng.—died Feb. 25, 1601, London) was an English soldier and courtier famous for his relationship with Queen Elizabeth I (reigned 1558–1603). While still a young man, Essex succeeded his stepfather, Robert Dudley, earl of Leicester, as the aging queen’s ...

Robert Devereux, 2nd Earl of Essex, was born on this day in history, 10th November 1565, at Netherwood, Herefordshire. Devereux was the eldest son of Walter Devereux, 1st Earl of Essex, and Lettice Knollys, granddaughter of Mary Boleyn, and was a favourite of Elizabeth I.

Robert Devereux was born on 10 November 1566, the son of Walter Devereux, first earl of Essex, and Lettice Knollys. When he was nine his father died, and Robert inherited the title of...

2022年2月2日 · Robert Devereux, 2nd Earl of Essex was a fascinating and complex figure in English history. He was a favorite of Queen Elizabeth I, but his life ended in tragedy after he led a failed rebellion against her. Robert Devereux was born on November 17, 1567 in England. He was the second son of Walter Devereux, first Earl of Essex and Lettice Knollys.

2010年2月5日 · Robert DEVEREUX (2nd E. Essex) Born: 19 Nov 1566/7, Netherwood, Herefordshire. Acceded: 1576. Died: 25 Feb 1601, Beheaded, Tower of London, Tower Green, London, England. Buried: St. Peter ad Vincula, Tower of London. Notes: Knight of the Garter. 3°V. Hereford. The Complete Peerage vol.V, pp. 141-142 & p329. Father: Walter DEVEREUX (1° …

Robert Devereux, 2nd Earl of Essex, 1 son of Walter Devereux, the 1st Devereux Earl [and Lettice Knollys], was born at Netherwood, Herefordshire, on the 19th of November 1566. He entered the university of Cambridge and graduated in 1581.

Robert Devereux, 2nd Earl of Essex (1565-1601), Soldier; favourite of Elizabeth I. Sitter associated with 25 portraits Described as having ‘a nature not to be ruled’, Robert Devereux was Elizabeth I's last favourite. Essex organised royal entertainment in his capacity as …

2018年5月18日 · Essex, Robert Devereux, 2nd Earl of (1566–1601) English courtier and soldier. A favourite of Elizabeth I, he attacked Cádiz, sw Spain, in 1596. Following a quarrel with Elizabeth, he was made a reluctant Lord Lieutenant of rebellious Ireland. He returned in disgrace six months later, attempted a coup d'état, and was executed for treason.

Robert Devereux, 2nd Earl of Essex, was an English soldier and nobleman who was one of the favorites of Queen Elizabeth I. But Devereux took the queen’s trust for granted and his later behavior towards her lacked due respect which ended their association in a tragic manner.