Titus Oates’ Manifesto. Image copyright the Dean and Chapter of Worcester Cathedral (UK)
Maybe it is appropriate at this time of year that the English turn their minds to gunpowder, treason and plot. Most of us are familiar with the threat posed against King James I and his government by Catesby, Fawkes and their fellow conspirators on 5th November 1605. Perhaps fewer of us though, are aware of the threats, real or supposed, against James’ grandson, King Charles II.
In my latest blog for Worcester Cathedral Library I take a closer look at the murderous intentions of Titus Oates.
Read the full blog here: Treason and Plot