The Reign of Mary I and Religious Persecution

The Reign of Mary I and Religious Persecution

The extent of religious persecution under Mary I compared to other English monarchs

Mary I executed 284 individuals over five years, averaging one every five days. The number may be inflated due to double counting by a Protestant author. Mary's execution rate by burning was higher than her predecessors and successor, but other monarchs executed more people through other means.

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The influence of Protestant biases on historical narratives about Mary I's reign

The number of executions attributed to Mary I may be biased due to the source being a Protestant author with potential bias. The burnings did not change people's faith, yet Mary continued them, a practice not uncommon in 16th-century Europe.

The impact of Mary I's executions on the religious landscape of England and Europe

Mary's father-in-law executed 30,000 Protestants, and English monarchs commonly executed dissenters. The burnings did not change people's faith, yet Mary continued them, a practice not uncommon in 16th-century Europe.

The role of Cardinal Pole and other advisers in the persecution of Protestants

Mary's actions were likely influenced by her advisers, especially Cardinal Pole, who sought revenge against Protestants after his mistreatment during Edward's reign.

The commonality of execution as a punishment in the 16th century

English monarchs commonly executed dissenters. Mary's execution rate by burning was higher, but other monarchs executed more people through other means.

The response of the English population and Protestant individuals to Mary I's policies

Mary showed leniency on occasions, such as after Wyatt's rebellion and by allowing Protestants to flee England.

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