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What position did Elizabeth I appoint Dudley to in 1558?

  • Secretary of State

  • Master of the Horse

  • Lord Chancellor

  • Admiral of the Fleet

Answer

Dudley's appointment as Master of the Horse by Queen Elizabeth I in 1558 marked the beginning of his rapid rise to power and prominence within the English court. This influential position placed him in charge of the royal stables and horses, a critical role in an era where transportation and mobility were essential.
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