ACT OF SUPREMACY
ACT OF SUPREMACY • The Act of Supremacy was re-instated by Elizabeth I in 1559. This act repealed all antiProtestant legislation created by Mary Tudor. Elizabeth I also declared herself “supreme governor” of the Church of England. Oath of Supremacy, imposed by the Act of Supremacy required anyone taking public/church office to swear allegiance to the church. Failure to do so could result in treason.
• Oath of Supremacy, imposed by the Act of Supremacy required anyone taking public/church office to swear allegiance to the church. Failure to do so could result in treason.
BABINGTON PLOT • • • •
Named after Anthony Babington 1586 Second major plot against Elizabeth I Anthony Babington was caught seeking Spanish support to murder Elizabeth I.