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Marriage and Succession
Elizabeth I's decisions on marriage and succession were crucial to her reign.
Marriage Proposals
Early Reign
Elizabeth received numerous marriage proposals but remained single, declaring herself married to her kingdom.
Parliamentary Pressure
1559
Parliament petitioned Elizabeth to marry and produce an heir, but she resisted.
Anjou Negotiations
1581
Elizabeth considered marrying Francis, Duke of Anjou, but ultimately decided against it.
Succession
1603
Elizabeth died without an heir, leading to the succession of James VI of Scotland.
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