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The Bisley Boy Impersonation Story
- When young Elizabeth died of fever, her caretakers replaced her with a boy named Neville who looked similar to fool King Henry VIII.
- Neville successfully impersonated Elizabeth, maintaining the facade through key royal events, including her ascent to the throne.
Origins of the Myth Debunked
- The Bisley Boy myth first appeared in 1910 in Bram Stoker's book and is not found in any contemporary records.
- Its late emergence and fanciful nature make it a clear fabrication by Stoker to sell books.
No Gender Doubt in Elizabeth's Era
- No rumors or records from Elizabeth's own time ever question her gender.
- Persistent gossip of the era instead focused on her sexuality, showing the myth is baseless.