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Walter Raleigh lays his cloak at Queen Elizabeth Is feet

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Walter Raleigh lays his cloak at Queen Elizabeth Is feet

Sir Walter Raleigh lays his cloak at Queen Elizabeth Is feet to prevent her from getting muddy feet. The fanciful, romantic tale of the cloak and the mud puddle probably originated with historian Thomas Fuller, known for his imaginative elaborations on historical fact. Later, Sir Walter Scott kept the myth alive in his 1821 Elizabethan romance, Kenilworth. " Hark ye, Master Raleigh, see thou fail not to wear thy muddy cloak, " the queen exhorts Sir Walter, " in token of penitence, till our pleasure be further known." Sir Walter vows never to clean the cloak, and later the queen, delighted with his gallantry, invites him to visit the royal wardrobe keeper that he may be fitted for " a suit, and that of the newest cut." Date: 1581

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In this image from the 16th century, Sir Walter Raleigh humbly lays his mud-splattered cloak at the feet of Queen Elizabeth I. This romantic tale, though likely a myth, has been passed down through history with great enthusiasm. The origin of this story is believed to have begun with historian Thomas Fuller, who had a penchant for imaginative embellishments. The scene unfolds as Queen Elizabeth I, accompanied by her retinue, makes an unexpected visit to a muddy pathway. Sir Walter Raleigh, ever the gallant gentleman, offers to shield the queen from the mire by placing his own cloak down first. The queen, amused by his chivalrous act, commends his politeness and etiquette. In a show of favor, she invites Sir Walter to visit the royal wardrobe keeper to be fitted for a new suit, a gesture that further curries her favor. The muddy cloak, now a symbol of Sir Walter's gallantry, was never to be cleaned. This mythical tale, set in 1581, encapsulates the essence of chivalry and the idealized courtly behavior of the Elizabethan era. The image of Sir Walter Raleigh's cloak being placed at Queen Elizabeth I's feet is a poignant reminder of the importance of gallantry, politeness, and respect in the 16th century. This romanticized moment in history continues to captivate and inspire, as it showcases the enduring allure of the Elizabethan era.

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