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Elizabeth Raleigh
English lady-in-waiting / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Elizabeth, Lady Raleigh (née Throckmorton; 16 April 1565 – c. 1647), was an English courtier, a Gentlewoman of the Privy Chamber to Queen Elizabeth I of England. Her secret marriage to Sir Walter Raleigh precipitated a long period of royal disfavour for both her and her husband.
Not to be confused with Elizabeth Throckmorton (prioress).
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Elizabeth Raleigh | |
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Born | Elizabeth Throckmorton 16 April 1565 |
Died | c. 1647 |
Spouse | Sir Walter Raleigh |
Children | Damerei Walter "Wat" Carew |
Parent(s) | Sir Nicholas Throckmorton Anne Carew |
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