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.ast:Años 1580

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