But she had a very difficult childhood and was fortunate ... After Edward’s early death in 1553 Elizabeth’s older sister Mary I becomes queen. Mary returns the country to Catholicism and ...

This had advantages and disadvantages. Elizabeth emphasised her “Virgin Queen” image portraying herself as a monarch who put the stability and security of England before her personal happiness.

A pair of Liberty print dresses that belonged to a young Princess Elizabeth ... The childhood dress shows an appreciation for quality clothing that we know the late Queen went on to hold for ...