Happy birthday to the Earl of Essex, born (by some accounts at least) November 19, 1566.

One-time lover (and love?) of Elizabeth I, beheaded by her for treason. 

From Wikipedia:

Elizabeth was a short-tempered, sometimes indecisive ruler. Her motto was video et taceo: "I see but say nothing".  This strategy, viewed with impatience by her counsellors, often saved her from political and marital misalliances. She was reluctant to grant honours and dignities and created only nine new peers during her reign.

From Juice Newton:

"Playing with the queen of hearts,
knowing it ain't really smart"

I read a book of Elisabeth. So I know sth about what kind of person she was. Cool

You were my Soldier and I was your Queen. I knew it was left one direction and my order was heard. But then I cried, I cried very much that I won't see you again.

 Anna Maria K.