Who succeeded Elizabeth I as monarch of England?
Queen Elizabeth I was succeeded by King James I of England.James was her first cousin twice-removed, and had been ruling as King James VI of Scotland since July 24, 1567.James was the only son of Mary Stuart, (Queen of Scots) and Henry Stuart (Lord Darnley). Mary was the daughter of James V of Scotland, son of Margaret Tudor, sister of Henry VIII.His English coronation took place on 25 July 1603.The crowns of England and Scotland were united under James, creating the union which became known as Great Britain. His title became: James I, By the Grace of God, King of England, France and Ireland, King of Scots, Defender of the Faith, etc.