Just a Couple of Words

By: E.V. Holland
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  • Hosted by author E.V. Holland, Just a Couple of Words is a series dedicated to telling the stories of people, places, and events that changed the world but aren't remembered by history.
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  • Wickedness of This Time

    Wickedness of This Time
    Nov 5 2024

    In this first episode of "Just a Couple of Words," host E.V. Holland delves into the infamous Gunpowder Plot of 1605. Uncover the tale of a group of Catholic conspirators who attempted to assassinate King James I and blow up the House of Lords. From the anonymous warning letter to Lord Monteagle to the dramatic capture of Guy Fawkes, this episode explores the intricate details of the plot, its key players, and its far-reaching consequences. Learn how this failed conspiracy shaped English history, led to increased persecution of Catholics, and eventually transformed Guy Fawkes into an enduring symbol of rebellion and resistance.


    References

    BBC - History - The Gunpowder plot. (2011, March 29). https://www.bbc.co.uk/history/british/civil_war_revolution/gunpowder_robinson_01.shtml


    Elizabeth I (R.1558-1603). (n.d.). The Royal Family. https://www.royal.uk/elizabeth-i


    Fraser, A. (1997). The Gunpowder Plot: Terror & Faith in 1605. Random House (UK).


    The National Archives. (2024, February 6). Gunpowder Plot - source 1 - The National Archives. https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/education/resources/gunpowder-plot/source-1/
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    12 mins

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