1554 - Mary I's speech at the Guildhall
The first year of Mary's reign witnessed a Protestant rebellion led by Sir Thomas Wyatt.  The uprising was sparked by her impending marriage to Philip II of Spain.  Mary gave this famous speech at the Guildhall appealing for her subjects' loyalty and support.
Recorded by John Foxe in the The Actes and Monuments of these latter and perillous dayes.


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