1580s

1580s

Events and trends

* The beginnings of the 'Golden Age' of Literature in England.
* Eighth and last French War of Religion, ended by the Peace of Vervins and the Edict of Nantes.
* Sir Humphrey Gilbert claims Newfoundland as England's first overseas colony in 1583.
* Francis Drake had come back from going around the world, bringing back with him many treasures.
* Jesuits arrive in China.
*Elizabeth I of England complains that there are too many "blackamoores" competing with needy English people for places as domestic servants.


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