... Spain in a war against France, which had lost them Calais, it's last possession on the continent. Elizabeth was also wary because of France's large influence in Scotland. Any change that Elizabeth made concerning the religion of the country could have a major impact on England's involvement in foreign affairs. Elizabeth was also uncertain what kind of Protestantism she would adopt, as there were many different types that she could chose from. A.F. Pollard stated that Elizabeth was "indifferent to religion", although this claim was criticised by Sir John Neale, who took the view that Elizabeth wanted to go back to the religion of her father's day. In 1559, she told Parliament "We hope to rule... in like wise as the King my father held you in". Elizabeth was also, however, aware that her religious beliefs differed from other rulers and the idea of a coalition of Catholic forces, Spain ...

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