Episode 2 of 3

Marlowe Arrest Warrant

When
18 May 1593
Where
London
Part of
Arrest Warrant for Christopher Marlowe

A warrant for Christopher Marlowe's arrest was issued on 18 May 1593, with authorities aware of his potential location.

On 18 May 1593, the Privy Council issued a warrant for Marlowe's arrest. They apparently knew he might be staying with Thomas Walsingham, whose father was a first cousin of the late Sir Francis Walsingham.

Sources

  1. Christopher Marlowe Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-21

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