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Robert Devereux, 2nd Earl of Essex, KG, PC ( / ˈdɛvəˌruː /; 10 November 1565 [1] – 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.
- English
- Execution by beheading
Robert Devereux, 2. Earl of Essex war ein englischer Politiker und Feldherr. Er wurde insbesondere als Favorit der Königin Elisabeth I. von England bekannt, wurde aber letztlich nach einem missglückten Staatsstreich gegen sie hingerichtet.
Robert Devereux, 3rd Earl of Essex, KB, PC (/ ˈ d ɛ v ə ˌ r uː /; 11 January 1591 – 14 September 1646) was an English Parliamentarian and soldier during the first half of the 17th century. With the start of the Civil War in 1642, he became the first Captain-General and Chief Commander of the Parliamentarian army , also known ...
- 11 January 1591
- Eton College
- 14 September 1646 (aged 55)
- Earl of Essex
Robert Devereux was named the 2nd Earl of Essex after Walter Devereux’s death in 1576. He was introduced to the Elizabethan court by his stepfather Robert Dudley, 1st Earl of Leicester. He quickly became a favourite of Queen Elizabeth I because of his charm and eloquence.
Robert Devereux, 2nd Earl of Essex (10 November 1566 - 25 February 1601), favourite of Queen Elizabeth I of England, is the best-known of the many holders of the title "Earl of Essex". He was born at Netherwood in 1566 , the son of Walter Devereux, 1st Earl of Essex and Lettice Knollys .
Robert Devereux, 2nd Earl of Essex: Other titles: Viscount Hereford: Known for: Soldier and courtier: Born: 16 September 1541 Carmarthen, Wales: Died: 22 September 1576 () (aged 35) Dublin Castle, Ireland: Buried: Carmarthen: Nationality: English: Wars and battles: Plantations of Ireland: Offices: Earl Marshal: Spouse(s) Lettice Knollys: Issue ...
It was also the last execution ever held in the famous Tower of London (the royal castle next to which the famous Tower Bridge is situated). Lord Essex was one of the most respected people in England. His born name was Robert Devereux, and he inherited the title of Earl of Essex from his father.
