The Monmouth Rebellion, also known as The Revolt of the West or The West Country rebellion, was an attempt to overthrow James II, the Duke of York who had become King of England, Scotland, and Ireland upon the death of his elder brother Charles II on 6 February 1685. James II was a Roman Catholic, and some Protestants under his rule opposed his kingship. James Scott, 1st Duke of Monmouth, an illegitimate son of Charles II, claimed to be rightful heir to the throne and attempted to displace James II.
Plans were discussed for several different actions to overthrow the monarch, following the failure of the Rye House Plot to assassinate Charles II and James, in 1683, while Monmouth was in self-imposed exile in the Dutch Republic. The Monmouth rebellion was coordinated with a rebellion in Scotland, where Archibald Campbell, the Earl of Argyll, landed with a small force. The Duke of Monmouth had been popular in the South West of England, so he planned to recruit troops locally and take control of the area before marching on London.
The town was the site of a small Roman fort, Blestium, and became established after the Normans built a castle here after 1067. Its mediaevalstone gated bridge is the only one of its type remaining in Britain. The castle later came into the possession of the House of Lancaster, and was the birthplace of King Henry V in 1387. In 1536, it became the county town of Monmouthshire.
Monmouth later became a tourist centre at the heart of the Wye Valley, as well as a market town. It now acts as a shopping and service centre, and as a focus of educational and cultural activities for its surrounding rural area.
Monmouth was settled in 1853 by a group of pioneers who made a point of allocating 640 acres (2.6km2) to build both a city and a "college under the auspices of the Christian Church" and proceeds from the sale of these lands were used to found Monmouth University, currently known as Western Oregon University.
For decades, Monmouth was a dry town that banned the sale of alcoholic beverages in supermarkets, restaurants and bars. Monmouth's status as the last dry town in Oregon was ended by a popular vote in the November 2002 election.
History of prohibition in Monmouth
Monmouth, Oregon was settled by Elijah Davidson and his Family. Originally a member of the Christian Church of Cameron (Monmouth, Illinois), Davidson was a devout advocate of prohibition. In 1852, sixty-three-year-old Elijah Davidson and his family set out for Oregon Territory By 1854, more than a dozen Disciples families from Monmouth, many of them related to each other or to Davidson, had joined him. In February 1859, Davidson and other trustees efforts to prohibit the importation, exportation, sale, and consumption of alcohol in Monmouth became a reality. One of the main arguments Davidson and his fellow religious supporters used to push prohibition legislation was, "to enable them to suppress and prevent nuisances, to render the possession of life and property more secure, [and] to enable them to improve and embellish the streets of the town."
Monarchy with David Starkey - The Monmouth Rebellion
published: 22 Dec 2021
The HORRIFIC Execution Of James Scott - The Duke of Monmouth/Jack Ketch's Victim
Jack Ketch was known as one of History's worst executioners who performed his duty normally drunk or to a very poor standard. During the execution of James Scott, the Duke of Monmouth this happened and Ketch's failure to perform resulted in almost a riot at Tower Hill. It took a ridiculous amount of swings from the axe to take the life of James Scott, but before the condemned man even expressed concern about the sharpness of the axe.
James Scott, the Duke of Monmouth found himself at the executioners block as he led a revolt and rebellion against the King, James II. He believed he should have been the rightful King but was excluded when his father Charles II died as he was illegitimate. Scott then arrived in England from the Netherlands and he rose a Protestant army against the Catholic ...
published: 18 Sep 2021
Wells, the Bloody Assizes & the Monmouth Rebellion
Executions, hangings, Judge Jeffreys and the Bloody Assizes. The city of Wells saw its fair share of horror during the Monmouth Rebellion of 1685. The city was occupied twice by the the Duke of Monmouth's army and its population was forced to choose between committing treason or staying loyal to the new king, the catholic James II.
Following Monmouth's defeat, the hanging judge, George Jeffreys drenched the SouthWest in blood to cower the counties that had taken up arms to remove the king. Wells having sheltered the Duke's army, was at the centre of the Bloody Assizes. It witnessed horrific executions, limbs and heads on display above the city as well as the cathedral being ransacked by the rebel army.
Let's have a look and see what really happened!
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published: 23 Sep 2022
THE MONMOUTH REBELLION - The Tale of John Coad (part 1)
The Monmouth Rebellion saw the Duke of Monmouth invade England to usurp the throne from his uncle, the catholic James II. Monmouth gathered a large army about him as he moved up through the WestCountry. Local militia units were formed up to halt Monmouth's advance before the royal army could be mobilised.
However, these militia units were of varying qualities. At Axminster, instead of standing and fighting, the Somerset Militia actually ran away. However, one of their men a certain John Coad deserted the king's cause to join the Duke of Monmouth.
Coad would fight several battles under his new commander until finally wounded, captured, imprisoned and condemned by the terrifying Judge Jeffreys.
Our Youtube videos are just a small portion of what we do here. Our main business is visiting s...
published: 09 Sep 2022
Walking The Liberty Trail | In The Footsteps Of The Monmouth Rebellion
The Monmouth Rebellion, also known as the Pitchfork Rebellion, the Revolt of the West or the West Country rebellion, was an attempt to overthrow James II in the 1600s. The Duke Of Monmouth rallied 4000 plus men, many of whom travelled from their homes in rural Somerset to join the cause.
The Liberty Trail runs for 28 miles from Ham Hill to Lyme Regis, following in the footsteps of many of these rebels. Abbie set out to walk the route and along the way passed through tranquil hamlets, by old mills, manor houses, ancient churches, abbeys and much, much more...
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published: 25 Nov 2019
Monmouth Begs James II for Mercy (The First Churchills)
A chilling scene from The First Churchills (1969), episode 5. Monmouth begs James II for his life after having led a rebellion against him.
Monmouth is played by James Kerry
James II is played by John Westbrook
Mary of Modena is played by Sheila Gish
If this video violates your copyright in any way, please contact me and I will remove it from YouTube.
published: 05 May 2021
Dawnlands by Philippa Gregory: The Monmouth Rebellion
Philippa Gregory, the number one bestselling author of Tidelands and Dark Tides, introduces her new novel Dawnlands and discusses her research into the Monmouth Rebellion.
Filmed at The Honourable Society of Lincoln's Inn in London, with kind permission.
In a divided country, power and loyalty conquer all…
It is 1685 and England is on the brink of a renewed civil war against the Stuart kings with many families bitterly divided. Alinor, now a successful businesswoman, has been coaxed by the manipulative Livia to save Queen Mary from the coming siege. The rewards are life-changing: the family could return to their beloved Tidelands, and Alinor could rule where she was once lower than a servant.
Inspired by news of a rebellion against the Stuart kings, Ned Ferryman returns from America wi...
published: 25 May 2023
FIRING A MATCHLOCK MUSKET - musketeer from the Monmouth Rebellion 1685 #historicalreenactment
The matchlock musket was used by armies into the early 18th Century. It was used by both sides during the Monmouth Rebellion where the rebel forces of the Duke of Monmouth were defeated at the Battle of Sedgemoor by the royalist forces of King James II. It's gunpowder charge is ignited by a length of slow burning matchcord that is soaked in saltpetre which means it burns slow but hot.
When the trigger is squeezed, the matchcord held in the serpent is lowered into the pan. When the priming pan is ignited, the flame goes through the touch-hole into the barrel and ignites the main charge.
As you can see, it is a smoky, noisy and smelly business but also lots of fun!
#monmouthrebellion #dukeofmonmouth #battleofsedgemoor #englishhistory #17thcentury #militaryhistory #gunpowder #musket #mus...
published: 27 Nov 2022
Monmouth Rebellion
Just enough history to make you curious
published: 11 Jun 2023
TURN: Washington's Spies | British Empire destroy American rebellion army
Jack Ketch was known as one of History's worst executioners who performed his duty normally drunk or to a very poor standard. During the execution of James Scot...
Jack Ketch was known as one of History's worst executioners who performed his duty normally drunk or to a very poor standard. During the execution of James Scott, the Duke of Monmouth this happened and Ketch's failure to perform resulted in almost a riot at Tower Hill. It took a ridiculous amount of swings from the axe to take the life of James Scott, but before the condemned man even expressed concern about the sharpness of the axe.
James Scott, the Duke of Monmouth found himself at the executioners block as he led a revolt and rebellion against the King, James II. He believed he should have been the rightful King but was excluded when his father Charles II died as he was illegitimate. Scott then arrived in England from the Netherlands and he rose a Protestant army against the Catholic King of England, however he was quickly defeated. After this, he was captured after hiding in a ditch and was then taken to the Tower of London to await his execution.
It was said that when Jack Ketch performed the execution, it took around 6/7 swings of the axe to execute James Scott, and more legend around the death of the Duke of Monmouth. He was buried inside the Tower of London's chapel, and allegedly dug up so that a portrait of him could be painted, but this wasn't before his head was sewn back on his body.
So join us today as we look at, 'The HORRIFIC Execution Of James Scott - The Duke of Monmouth/Jack Ketch's Victim.'
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Jack Ketch was known as one of History's worst executioners who performed his duty normally drunk or to a very poor standard. During the execution of James Scott, the Duke of Monmouth this happened and Ketch's failure to perform resulted in almost a riot at Tower Hill. It took a ridiculous amount of swings from the axe to take the life of James Scott, but before the condemned man even expressed concern about the sharpness of the axe.
James Scott, the Duke of Monmouth found himself at the executioners block as he led a revolt and rebellion against the King, James II. He believed he should have been the rightful King but was excluded when his father Charles II died as he was illegitimate. Scott then arrived in England from the Netherlands and he rose a Protestant army against the Catholic King of England, however he was quickly defeated. After this, he was captured after hiding in a ditch and was then taken to the Tower of London to await his execution.
It was said that when Jack Ketch performed the execution, it took around 6/7 swings of the axe to execute James Scott, and more legend around the death of the Duke of Monmouth. He was buried inside the Tower of London's chapel, and allegedly dug up so that a portrait of him could be painted, but this wasn't before his head was sewn back on his body.
So join us today as we look at, 'The HORRIFIC Execution Of James Scott - The Duke of Monmouth/Jack Ketch's Victim.'
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Executions, hangings, Judge Jeffreys and the Bloody Assizes. The city of Wells saw its fair share of horror during the Monmouth Rebellion of 1685. The city was ...
Executions, hangings, Judge Jeffreys and the Bloody Assizes. The city of Wells saw its fair share of horror during the Monmouth Rebellion of 1685. The city was occupied twice by the the Duke of Monmouth's army and its population was forced to choose between committing treason or staying loyal to the new king, the catholic James II.
Following Monmouth's defeat, the hanging judge, George Jeffreys drenched the SouthWest in blood to cower the counties that had taken up arms to remove the king. Wells having sheltered the Duke's army, was at the centre of the Bloody Assizes. It witnessed horrific executions, limbs and heads on display above the city as well as the cathedral being ransacked by the rebel army.
Let's have a look and see what really happened!
At HISTORY WORKSHOPS we visit schools and societies offering history talks on topics such as: Elizabethan period, the Spanish Armada, the English Civil War, the Monmouth Rebellion, the Barber Surgeon and the First World War.
To book us up for a talk, either visit our website at www.historyworkshops.org or email us at [email protected]
#historylessons #historicalreenactment #education #historyforschools #schoolvisits
Executions, hangings, Judge Jeffreys and the Bloody Assizes. The city of Wells saw its fair share of horror during the Monmouth Rebellion of 1685. The city was occupied twice by the the Duke of Monmouth's army and its population was forced to choose between committing treason or staying loyal to the new king, the catholic James II.
Following Monmouth's defeat, the hanging judge, George Jeffreys drenched the SouthWest in blood to cower the counties that had taken up arms to remove the king. Wells having sheltered the Duke's army, was at the centre of the Bloody Assizes. It witnessed horrific executions, limbs and heads on display above the city as well as the cathedral being ransacked by the rebel army.
Let's have a look and see what really happened!
At HISTORY WORKSHOPS we visit schools and societies offering history talks on topics such as: Elizabethan period, the Spanish Armada, the English Civil War, the Monmouth Rebellion, the Barber Surgeon and the First World War.
To book us up for a talk, either visit our website at www.historyworkshops.org or email us at [email protected]
#historylessons #historicalreenactment #education #historyforschools #schoolvisits
The Monmouth Rebellion saw the Duke of Monmouth invade England to usurp the throne from his uncle, the catholic James II. Monmouth gathered a large army about h...
The Monmouth Rebellion saw the Duke of Monmouth invade England to usurp the throne from his uncle, the catholic James II. Monmouth gathered a large army about him as he moved up through the WestCountry. Local militia units were formed up to halt Monmouth's advance before the royal army could be mobilised.
However, these militia units were of varying qualities. At Axminster, instead of standing and fighting, the Somerset Militia actually ran away. However, one of their men a certain John Coad deserted the king's cause to join the Duke of Monmouth.
Coad would fight several battles under his new commander until finally wounded, captured, imprisoned and condemned by the terrifying Judge Jeffreys.
Our Youtube videos are just a small portion of what we do here. Our main business is visiting schools and societies and giving demonstrations on topics such as: the Elizabethan period, the Spanish Armada, the English Civil War, the Monmouth Rebellion and the First World War.
#historyworkshops #historicalreenactment #schoolvisits
www.historyworkshops.org
[email protected]
The Monmouth Rebellion saw the Duke of Monmouth invade England to usurp the throne from his uncle, the catholic James II. Monmouth gathered a large army about him as he moved up through the WestCountry. Local militia units were formed up to halt Monmouth's advance before the royal army could be mobilised.
However, these militia units were of varying qualities. At Axminster, instead of standing and fighting, the Somerset Militia actually ran away. However, one of their men a certain John Coad deserted the king's cause to join the Duke of Monmouth.
Coad would fight several battles under his new commander until finally wounded, captured, imprisoned and condemned by the terrifying Judge Jeffreys.
Our Youtube videos are just a small portion of what we do here. Our main business is visiting schools and societies and giving demonstrations on topics such as: the Elizabethan period, the Spanish Armada, the English Civil War, the Monmouth Rebellion and the First World War.
#historyworkshops #historicalreenactment #schoolvisits
www.historyworkshops.org
[email protected]
The Monmouth Rebellion, also known as the Pitchfork Rebellion, the Revolt of the West or the West Country rebellion, was an attempt to overthrow James II in the...
The Monmouth Rebellion, also known as the Pitchfork Rebellion, the Revolt of the West or the West Country rebellion, was an attempt to overthrow James II in the 1600s. The Duke Of Monmouth rallied 4000 plus men, many of whom travelled from their homes in rural Somerset to join the cause.
The Liberty Trail runs for 28 miles from Ham Hill to Lyme Regis, following in the footsteps of many of these rebels. Abbie set out to walk the route and along the way passed through tranquil hamlets, by old mills, manor houses, ancient churches, abbeys and much, much more...
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The Monmouth Rebellion, also known as the Pitchfork Rebellion, the Revolt of the West or the West Country rebellion, was an attempt to overthrow James II in the 1600s. The Duke Of Monmouth rallied 4000 plus men, many of whom travelled from their homes in rural Somerset to join the cause.
The Liberty Trail runs for 28 miles from Ham Hill to Lyme Regis, following in the footsteps of many of these rebels. Abbie set out to walk the route and along the way passed through tranquil hamlets, by old mills, manor houses, ancient churches, abbeys and much, much more...
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A chilling scene from The First Churchills (1969), episode 5. Monmouth begs James II for his life after having led a rebellion against him.
Monmouth is played...
A chilling scene from The First Churchills (1969), episode 5. Monmouth begs James II for his life after having led a rebellion against him.
Monmouth is played by James Kerry
James II is played by John Westbrook
Mary of Modena is played by Sheila Gish
If this video violates your copyright in any way, please contact me and I will remove it from YouTube.
A chilling scene from The First Churchills (1969), episode 5. Monmouth begs James II for his life after having led a rebellion against him.
Monmouth is played by James Kerry
James II is played by John Westbrook
Mary of Modena is played by Sheila Gish
If this video violates your copyright in any way, please contact me and I will remove it from YouTube.
Philippa Gregory, the number one bestselling author of Tidelands and Dark Tides, introduces her new novel Dawnlands and discusses her research into the Monmouth...
Philippa Gregory, the number one bestselling author of Tidelands and Dark Tides, introduces her new novel Dawnlands and discusses her research into the Monmouth Rebellion.
Filmed at The Honourable Society of Lincoln's Inn in London, with kind permission.
In a divided country, power and loyalty conquer all…
It is 1685 and England is on the brink of a renewed civil war against the Stuart kings with many families bitterly divided. Alinor, now a successful businesswoman, has been coaxed by the manipulative Livia to save Queen Mary from the coming siege. The rewards are life-changing: the family could return to their beloved Tidelands, and Alinor could rule where she was once lower than a servant.
Inspired by news of a rebellion against the Stuart kings, Ned Ferryman returns from America with his Pokanoket servant to join the uprising against roman catholic King James. As Ned swears loyalty to the charismatic Duke of Monmouth, he discovers a new and unexpected love
Meanwhile, Queen Mary summons her friend Livia to a terrified court. Her survival, and that of the Stuart kings, is in the balance, and only a clever and dangerous gamble can save them…
A compelling and powerful story of political intrigue and personal ambition, set between the palaces of London, the tidelands of Fowlmire and the shores of Barbados.
Philippa Gregory, the number one bestselling author of Tidelands and Dark Tides, introduces her new novel Dawnlands and discusses her research into the Monmouth Rebellion.
Filmed at The Honourable Society of Lincoln's Inn in London, with kind permission.
In a divided country, power and loyalty conquer all…
It is 1685 and England is on the brink of a renewed civil war against the Stuart kings with many families bitterly divided. Alinor, now a successful businesswoman, has been coaxed by the manipulative Livia to save Queen Mary from the coming siege. The rewards are life-changing: the family could return to their beloved Tidelands, and Alinor could rule where she was once lower than a servant.
Inspired by news of a rebellion against the Stuart kings, Ned Ferryman returns from America with his Pokanoket servant to join the uprising against roman catholic King James. As Ned swears loyalty to the charismatic Duke of Monmouth, he discovers a new and unexpected love
Meanwhile, Queen Mary summons her friend Livia to a terrified court. Her survival, and that of the Stuart kings, is in the balance, and only a clever and dangerous gamble can save them…
A compelling and powerful story of political intrigue and personal ambition, set between the palaces of London, the tidelands of Fowlmire and the shores of Barbados.
The matchlock musket was used by armies into the early 18th Century. It was used by both sides during the Monmouth Rebellion where the rebel forces of the Duke ...
The matchlock musket was used by armies into the early 18th Century. It was used by both sides during the Monmouth Rebellion where the rebel forces of the Duke of Monmouth were defeated at the Battle of Sedgemoor by the royalist forces of King James II. It's gunpowder charge is ignited by a length of slow burning matchcord that is soaked in saltpetre which means it burns slow but hot.
When the trigger is squeezed, the matchcord held in the serpent is lowered into the pan. When the priming pan is ignited, the flame goes through the touch-hole into the barrel and ignites the main charge.
As you can see, it is a smoky, noisy and smelly business but also lots of fun!
#monmouthrebellion #dukeofmonmouth #battleofsedgemoor #englishhistory #17thcentury #militaryhistory #gunpowder #musket #musketeer #redcoats #education
To see our video on whether Monmouth should have been the rightful king – follow this link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gFkvceZEJ28&list=PLfIMiubaHmUWiEjg8dYwx7npuBcSJw8AN
To see what we do at HISTORY WORKSHOPS – please visit our website at www.historyworkshops.org
The matchlock musket was used by armies into the early 18th Century. It was used by both sides during the Monmouth Rebellion where the rebel forces of the Duke of Monmouth were defeated at the Battle of Sedgemoor by the royalist forces of King James II. It's gunpowder charge is ignited by a length of slow burning matchcord that is soaked in saltpetre which means it burns slow but hot.
When the trigger is squeezed, the matchcord held in the serpent is lowered into the pan. When the priming pan is ignited, the flame goes through the touch-hole into the barrel and ignites the main charge.
As you can see, it is a smoky, noisy and smelly business but also lots of fun!
#monmouthrebellion #dukeofmonmouth #battleofsedgemoor #englishhistory #17thcentury #militaryhistory #gunpowder #musket #musketeer #redcoats #education
To see our video on whether Monmouth should have been the rightful king – follow this link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gFkvceZEJ28&list=PLfIMiubaHmUWiEjg8dYwx7npuBcSJw8AN
To see what we do at HISTORY WORKSHOPS – please visit our website at www.historyworkshops.org
Jack Ketch was known as one of History's worst executioners who performed his duty normally drunk or to a very poor standard. During the execution of James Scott, the Duke of Monmouth this happened and Ketch's failure to perform resulted in almost a riot at Tower Hill. It took a ridiculous amount of swings from the axe to take the life of James Scott, but before the condemned man even expressed concern about the sharpness of the axe.
James Scott, the Duke of Monmouth found himself at the executioners block as he led a revolt and rebellion against the King, James II. He believed he should have been the rightful King but was excluded when his father Charles II died as he was illegitimate. Scott then arrived in England from the Netherlands and he rose a Protestant army against the Catholic King of England, however he was quickly defeated. After this, he was captured after hiding in a ditch and was then taken to the Tower of London to await his execution.
It was said that when Jack Ketch performed the execution, it took around 6/7 swings of the axe to execute James Scott, and more legend around the death of the Duke of Monmouth. He was buried inside the Tower of London's chapel, and allegedly dug up so that a portrait of him could be painted, but this wasn't before his head was sewn back on his body.
So join us today as we look at, 'The HORRIFIC Execution Of James Scott - The Duke of Monmouth/Jack Ketch's Victim.'
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Executions, hangings, Judge Jeffreys and the Bloody Assizes. The city of Wells saw its fair share of horror during the Monmouth Rebellion of 1685. The city was occupied twice by the the Duke of Monmouth's army and its population was forced to choose between committing treason or staying loyal to the new king, the catholic James II.
Following Monmouth's defeat, the hanging judge, George Jeffreys drenched the SouthWest in blood to cower the counties that had taken up arms to remove the king. Wells having sheltered the Duke's army, was at the centre of the Bloody Assizes. It witnessed horrific executions, limbs and heads on display above the city as well as the cathedral being ransacked by the rebel army.
Let's have a look and see what really happened!
At HISTORY WORKSHOPS we visit schools and societies offering history talks on topics such as: Elizabethan period, the Spanish Armada, the English Civil War, the Monmouth Rebellion, the Barber Surgeon and the First World War.
To book us up for a talk, either visit our website at www.historyworkshops.org or email us at [email protected]
#historylessons #historicalreenactment #education #historyforschools #schoolvisits
The Monmouth Rebellion saw the Duke of Monmouth invade England to usurp the throne from his uncle, the catholic James II. Monmouth gathered a large army about him as he moved up through the WestCountry. Local militia units were formed up to halt Monmouth's advance before the royal army could be mobilised.
However, these militia units were of varying qualities. At Axminster, instead of standing and fighting, the Somerset Militia actually ran away. However, one of their men a certain John Coad deserted the king's cause to join the Duke of Monmouth.
Coad would fight several battles under his new commander until finally wounded, captured, imprisoned and condemned by the terrifying Judge Jeffreys.
Our Youtube videos are just a small portion of what we do here. Our main business is visiting schools and societies and giving demonstrations on topics such as: the Elizabethan period, the Spanish Armada, the English Civil War, the Monmouth Rebellion and the First World War.
#historyworkshops #historicalreenactment #schoolvisits
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The Monmouth Rebellion, also known as the Pitchfork Rebellion, the Revolt of the West or the West Country rebellion, was an attempt to overthrow James II in the 1600s. The Duke Of Monmouth rallied 4000 plus men, many of whom travelled from their homes in rural Somerset to join the cause.
The Liberty Trail runs for 28 miles from Ham Hill to Lyme Regis, following in the footsteps of many of these rebels. Abbie set out to walk the route and along the way passed through tranquil hamlets, by old mills, manor houses, ancient churches, abbeys and much, much more...
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A chilling scene from The First Churchills (1969), episode 5. Monmouth begs James II for his life after having led a rebellion against him.
Monmouth is played by James Kerry
James II is played by John Westbrook
Mary of Modena is played by Sheila Gish
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Philippa Gregory, the number one bestselling author of Tidelands and Dark Tides, introduces her new novel Dawnlands and discusses her research into the Monmouth Rebellion.
Filmed at The Honourable Society of Lincoln's Inn in London, with kind permission.
In a divided country, power and loyalty conquer all…
It is 1685 and England is on the brink of a renewed civil war against the Stuart kings with many families bitterly divided. Alinor, now a successful businesswoman, has been coaxed by the manipulative Livia to save Queen Mary from the coming siege. The rewards are life-changing: the family could return to their beloved Tidelands, and Alinor could rule where she was once lower than a servant.
Inspired by news of a rebellion against the Stuart kings, Ned Ferryman returns from America with his Pokanoket servant to join the uprising against roman catholic King James. As Ned swears loyalty to the charismatic Duke of Monmouth, he discovers a new and unexpected love
Meanwhile, Queen Mary summons her friend Livia to a terrified court. Her survival, and that of the Stuart kings, is in the balance, and only a clever and dangerous gamble can save them…
A compelling and powerful story of political intrigue and personal ambition, set between the palaces of London, the tidelands of Fowlmire and the shores of Barbados.
The matchlock musket was used by armies into the early 18th Century. It was used by both sides during the Monmouth Rebellion where the rebel forces of the Duke of Monmouth were defeated at the Battle of Sedgemoor by the royalist forces of King James II. It's gunpowder charge is ignited by a length of slow burning matchcord that is soaked in saltpetre which means it burns slow but hot.
When the trigger is squeezed, the matchcord held in the serpent is lowered into the pan. When the priming pan is ignited, the flame goes through the touch-hole into the barrel and ignites the main charge.
As you can see, it is a smoky, noisy and smelly business but also lots of fun!
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The Monmouth Rebellion, also known as The Revolt of the West or The West Country rebellion, was an attempt to overthrow James II, the Duke of York who had become King of England, Scotland, and Ireland upon the death of his elder brother Charles II on 6 February 1685. James II was a Roman Catholic, and some Protestants under his rule opposed his kingship. James Scott, 1st Duke of Monmouth, an illegitimate son of Charles II, claimed to be rightful heir to the throne and attempted to displace James II.
Plans were discussed for several different actions to overthrow the monarch, following the failure of the Rye House Plot to assassinate Charles II and James, in 1683, while Monmouth was in self-imposed exile in the Dutch Republic. The Monmouth rebellion was coordinated with a rebellion in Scotland, where Archibald Campbell, the Earl of Argyll, landed with a small force. The Duke of Monmouth had been popular in the South West of England, so he planned to recruit troops locally and take control of the area before marching on London.
Her new work is set in the aftermath of the failed 1685 MonmouthRebellion when the Protestant Duke of Monmouth, eldest illegitimate son of Charles II, attempted to depose his uncle, the CatholicJames II.
His relationship with the Welsh beauty led to the birth of James, who the King made the Duke of Monmouth... Her son, the Duke of Monmouth, would go on to launch a rebellion against Charles's successor and brother, King James II.
We make our way to Monmouth Beach, from which the Duke of Monmouth once launched his ill-fated rebellion, finding it dotted with fossil-hunters ... When Thomas visits Monmouth Beach (above) it's 'dotted with fossil hunters', but he leaves empty-handed ... .
Hilton does her best, suggesting that in the 1687 volume of Love-Letters Behn ‘reported with intriguingly uncanny accuracy on the real-time movements of Monmouth and Grey in Holland at the inception of the rebellion’.
Lord Russell endured multiple botched strikes before finally losing his head . Jack Ketch's reputation only grew as he became the executioner for the Bloody Assizes during the MonmouthRebellion, perpetuating the same gruesome spectacle ... Top image ... .
The former Asda worker said the sword later passed to his illegitimate son, James Scott, 1st Duke of Monmouth, who led an unsuccessful rebellion against James II in 1685 ... II to the Duke of Monmouth.
There’s an interesting article by one T. Logan Metesh detailing six firearms that happen to be the highest ever sold at auction ... It is beautiful ... Washington carried them at Valley Forge, Monmouth, Yorktown and as president, in the WhiskeyRebellion ... .