Brief Life History of Elizabeth
Elizabeth Wingfield was born in 1528, in England, United Kingdom. She had at least 2 sons with Willia. Downing. She died about 1601, in Suffolk, England, at the age of 74.
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Family Time Line
Willia. Downing
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Elizabeth Wingfield
1528–1601
Laurence Downing Or Downinge
1561–
Willia. Downing
1568–
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Spouse and Children
– Male
1528–1601 Female
Children (2)
1561– Male
1568– Male
World Events (6)
1549 · Book of Common Prayer
Age 21
Book of Common Prayer, a product of the English Reformation, was published in 1549 for assistance in the administration of the sacraments and other rites and ceremonies of the church according to the use of the Church of England. The book outlined morning, evening, and communion prayers and orders for baptism and marriage, thus making England a truly Protestant state.
1558 · Act of Uniformity
Age 30
The Act of Uniformity was passed by the Parliament of England and required all people to go to church once a week. The consequence of not attending church was a fine of 12 pence, which was a considerable amount for a poor person.
1569 · State Lottery
Age 41
A State Lottery was recorded in 1569. The tickets were sold at St. Paul's Cathedral in London.
Name Meaning
English: variant of Winfield .
Dictionary of American Family Names © Patrick Hanks 2003, 2006.
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