Lettice Knollys: The Woman Who Defied Queen Elizabeth

Lettice Knollys Scandal, Intrigue, and Resilience in the Elizabethan Court

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[alisonridout]

This Lady has always intrigued me since I read about her in Jean Plaidy’s novel “My Enemy the Queen”

[LBBEE-xlqj]

I would love to see a mini-series about this lady's life!

[simon]

Absolutely superb Jon, what a life this lady had, a sad one in many ways but she never gave in what resilience this lady had.

[Kushimaru]

I found out this is my great grandma like 13x over after trying to find where my family came from!!! I love history

[MrsPatPape]

I've always been fascinated with Lettice. Think of the life she lived! Wow! She was a piece of work! Thanks for doing a video on her.

[Lornicopia]

I have always been amazed by her long life and all the struggles that she endured. She was a very tough human being. I can't believe that she married Elizabeth's favorite, then survived her son's rebellion also Elizabeth's favorite. I'm pretty shocked she didn't get killed off. Credit to Elizabeth herself I must say. I can't credit her enough for despising someone so much but having the capability to remove that association and blame the actual individuals. As much as Elizabeth hated her. She never threw her under the bus for the behavior of her son. Elizabeth undoubtedly understood the dynamic. Family. So she ignored her rather than to remove her. Very wise.

[joiedevivre]

Wonderful video on this intriguing lady who is the ancestor of Britain's current royal family. I am descended from her younger sister Anne Knollys, who married my ancestor Thomas West, Baron De La Ware. Three of her sons were among the first governors of the Commonwealth of Virginia. I would love for you to do a video about her.

[Anita-rqev]

This was very good. She must have been frightened when Elisabeth reacted furious on her wedding to Robert Dudley. I visited Kenilworth Castle this week, it's worth a visit. Thank you for your work and knowledge. Have a good week 😊

[MeMe-nwmq]

Beautiful artistry, and wonderful narration bringing this terribly sad story to life. How much sadness one person had to endure.

[funnytime]

Good afternoon Jon! Was hoping you would have something on the 22nd this month which was my granddaughter's birthday but I told my daughter to go to some of your earlier episodes for her to watch! Gonna give her a HUGE interest in History so thank you for and from me as well!

[ChrisSmith-yqpr]

This is not just a very informative video! This is an incredibly beautiful work of art! Bravo!!!

[crimsoncastles]

Lettice Knollys is one of my favourites. Thank you

[einezcrespo]

Great video Jon. Lettice has experienced so much loss but she was a survivor in the end

[maryannbernal]

One of my favorite characters. Thanks for bringing her story to life.

[AlannahRyane]

Well Done! I love how you enhanced the nuances taking me in deeper. Great story telling!

[kristinmoreno]

🌹Lovely Video, Thank You for producing it! The artwork definitely added a depth to this woman's sad life story.🌹🌹🌹🌹

[oceanrock]

Her sister, Lady Elizabeth Anne West, Baroness de la Warr, is my 11th great-Grandmother. So this was such a treat to see. What a strong lady. Thank you!

[Brembelia]

While all of the stories are fascinating, and this of Lettice Knollys is no exception, I must confess the thing that was carrying me through her life story was the portraiture. (Closet artist, here.) Who did the artwork? I love their understanding of light, particularly as it relates to human flesh. I would call it "luminescence". Some artists can accurately record life, but it takes a special something to make portraits look real and alive. Who is the mystery artist, please? 😮

[jocelynmartin]

Great illustrations! I loved how she progressed in age.

[shaun]

THANK YOU for the correct pronunciation of her name! I am so tired of watching videos by historians who are still calling her "Lettuce Nollis"!