In Queen Elizabeth’s speech to the troops of Tilbury, she separates her speech into three parts: one for each of her goals. The first part of her speech establishes trust and loyalty with her troops. The second develops the image of Queen Elizabeth as a strong queen, a leader worth fighting for even though the odds are not in their favor. The final part of her speech promises not only monetary rewards, but most of all she promises the honor and glory that will be brought on by victory. The overall
Queen Elizabeth Tilbury Speech: Rhetorical Analysis The Queen of England, Elizabeth I, in a speech to her troops at Tilbury in 1588, motivates the troops by reminding them of the loyalty of the English subjects and the great power of England. They are in the midst of a war against Spain, and it is obvious that the Spanish armada will soon be approaching, and a battle will soon commence. The Queen’s purpose with her speech is to motivate her troops, to inspire patriotism for their country so they