Empire: World History 188. Bonnie Prince Charlie: The Young Pretender
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Sep 23, 2024 
Historian Jacqueline Riding, author of "Jacobites, A New History of the 45 Rebellion," dives into the tumultuous world of the Jacobites and the quest of Bonnie Prince Charlie to reclaim the British throne. She explores the cultural significance of the 45 Rebellion and the historical complexities of loyalty among Scottish clans. Riding also unpacks the tragic betrayal during the Massacre of Glencoe and the challenges Bonnie Prince Charlie faced in rallying support. Get ready for a captivating journey through Scotland's dramatic past!
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Who Were the Jacobites?
- Jacobites supported the exiled Stuarts' claim to the British throne.
- This included James II, his son James Francis Edward, and grandson Charles Edward Stuart.
James II: A Controversial Figure
- James II was controversial for being Catholic and wanting to emancipate Catholics in Protestant Britain.
- This was a political issue since the king was part of the constitution.
Religious and Political Tensions
- James II's support for Catholic emancipation was controversial during the Reformation's aftermath.
- Protestants held power, and a Catholic king was anathema.
