... very calm and went about appointing very capable and intelligent men to advise her in carrying out her duties. She was very sharp at political science and showed great wisdom by working in harmony with her Parliament. As a result her advisement council was devoted to her although continually ... woman she was wise, strong and powerful. During her lifetime, Elizabeth nurtured her country through careful leadership and a dedication that few monarchs have since. She was a political genius who chose carefully her leadership. Some of her most trusted and famous leaders were Sir William Cecil a...

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... was to get the approval of the Pope. This was taken care of when Stephen promised the Pope that he would allow more papal influence in English political affairs. Stephen got the papal approval and was anointed king on December 22, 1135. With that began a period of civil war that would forever effect ... him by pledge and oath, and so much his allies by compact and homage that as soon as they learned he wished to rebel against the king's power, they joined in his rebellion promptly and by agreement. Besides Robert's friends, Matilda also had the support of her uncle, King David of Scotland...

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