Episodes

  • 21 - History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 1, Chapter 05) by Thomas Babington Macaulay

    21 - History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 1, Chapter 05) by Thomas Babington Macaulay
    Sep 3 2025
    In this gripping chapter of Macaulay‚s History of England, we delve into the tumultuous insurrections against James II and the kings desperate maneuvers to quell them. The narrative follows Argyle, who, having taken refuge in Holland, returns to rally an army against James. Despite his courage and quick wit, Argyle proves to be an ineffective leader, leading his forces into chaos before being captured and meeting a brave end. We also witness Monmouths dramatic return from Holland, where he audaciously declares himself king on June 20, 1685. His subsequent defeat at the Battle of Sedgemoor and eventual execution casts him as a tragic hero in this historical account. The chapter concludes with the harrowing Bloody Assizes and the infamous Judge Jeffries. Summary by Jim Mowatt.
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    5 mins
  • 20 - History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 1, Chapter 05) by Thomas Babington Macaulay

    20 - History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 1, Chapter 05) by Thomas Babington Macaulay
    Sep 3 2025
    In this gripping chapter of Macaulay‚s History of England, we delve into the tumultuous insurrections against James II and the kings desperate maneuvers to quell them. The narrative follows Argyle, who, having taken refuge in Holland, returns to rally an army against James. Despite his courage and quick wit, Argyle proves to be an ineffective leader, leading his forces into chaos before being captured and meeting a brave end. We also witness Monmouths dramatic return from Holland, where he audaciously declares himself king on June 20, 1685. His subsequent defeat at the Battle of Sedgemoor and eventual execution casts him as a tragic hero in this historical account. The chapter concludes with the harrowing Bloody Assizes and the infamous Judge Jeffries. Summary by Jim Mowatt.
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    13 mins
  • 19 - History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 1, Chapter 05) by Thomas Babington Macaulay

    19 - History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 1, Chapter 05) by Thomas Babington Macaulay
    Sep 3 2025
    In this gripping chapter of Macaulay‚s History of England, we delve into the tumultuous insurrections against James II and the kings desperate maneuvers to quell them. The narrative follows Argyle, who, having taken refuge in Holland, returns to rally an army against James. Despite his courage and quick wit, Argyle proves to be an ineffective leader, leading his forces into chaos before being captured and meeting a brave end. We also witness Monmouths dramatic return from Holland, where he audaciously declares himself king on June 20, 1685. His subsequent defeat at the Battle of Sedgemoor and eventual execution casts him as a tragic hero in this historical account. The chapter concludes with the harrowing Bloody Assizes and the infamous Judge Jeffries. Summary by Jim Mowatt.
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    8 mins
  • 18 - History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 1, Chapter 05) by Thomas Babington Macaulay

    18 - History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 1, Chapter 05) by Thomas Babington Macaulay
    Sep 3 2025
    In this gripping chapter of Macaulay‚s History of England, we delve into the tumultuous insurrections against James II and the kings desperate maneuvers to quell them. The narrative follows Argyle, who, having taken refuge in Holland, returns to rally an army against James. Despite his courage and quick wit, Argyle proves to be an ineffective leader, leading his forces into chaos before being captured and meeting a brave end. We also witness Monmouths dramatic return from Holland, where he audaciously declares himself king on June 20, 1685. His subsequent defeat at the Battle of Sedgemoor and eventual execution casts him as a tragic hero in this historical account. The chapter concludes with the harrowing Bloody Assizes and the infamous Judge Jeffries. Summary by Jim Mowatt.
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    20 mins
  • 17 - History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 1, Chapter 05) by Thomas Babington Macaulay

    17 - History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 1, Chapter 05) by Thomas Babington Macaulay
    Sep 3 2025
    In this gripping chapter of Macaulay‚s History of England, we delve into the tumultuous insurrections against James II and the kings desperate maneuvers to quell them. The narrative follows Argyle, who, having taken refuge in Holland, returns to rally an army against James. Despite his courage and quick wit, Argyle proves to be an ineffective leader, leading his forces into chaos before being captured and meeting a brave end. We also witness Monmouths dramatic return from Holland, where he audaciously declares himself king on June 20, 1685. His subsequent defeat at the Battle of Sedgemoor and eventual execution casts him as a tragic hero in this historical account. The chapter concludes with the harrowing Bloody Assizes and the infamous Judge Jeffries. Summary by Jim Mowatt.
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    14 mins
  • 16 - History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 1, Chapter 05) by Thomas Babington Macaulay

    16 - History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 1, Chapter 05) by Thomas Babington Macaulay
    Sep 3 2025
    In this gripping chapter of Macaulay‚s History of England, we delve into the tumultuous insurrections against James II and the kings desperate maneuvers to quell them. The narrative follows Argyle, who, having taken refuge in Holland, returns to rally an army against James. Despite his courage and quick wit, Argyle proves to be an ineffective leader, leading his forces into chaos before being captured and meeting a brave end. We also witness Monmouths dramatic return from Holland, where he audaciously declares himself king on June 20, 1685. His subsequent defeat at the Battle of Sedgemoor and eventual execution casts him as a tragic hero in this historical account. The chapter concludes with the harrowing Bloody Assizes and the infamous Judge Jeffries. Summary by Jim Mowatt.
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    14 mins
  • 15 - History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 1, Chapter 05) by Thomas Babington Macaulay

    15 - History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 1, Chapter 05) by Thomas Babington Macaulay
    Sep 3 2025
    In this gripping chapter of Macaulay‚s History of England, we delve into the tumultuous insurrections against James II and the kings desperate maneuvers to quell them. The narrative follows Argyle, who, having taken refuge in Holland, returns to rally an army against James. Despite his courage and quick wit, Argyle proves to be an ineffective leader, leading his forces into chaos before being captured and meeting a brave end. We also witness Monmouths dramatic return from Holland, where he audaciously declares himself king on June 20, 1685. His subsequent defeat at the Battle of Sedgemoor and eventual execution casts him as a tragic hero in this historical account. The chapter concludes with the harrowing Bloody Assizes and the infamous Judge Jeffries. Summary by Jim Mowatt.
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    15 mins
  • 14 - History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 1, Chapter 05) by Thomas Babington Macaulay

    14 - History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 1, Chapter 05) by Thomas Babington Macaulay
    Sep 3 2025
    In this gripping chapter of Macaulay‚s History of England, we delve into the tumultuous insurrections against James II and the kings desperate maneuvers to quell them. The narrative follows Argyle, who, having taken refuge in Holland, returns to rally an army against James. Despite his courage and quick wit, Argyle proves to be an ineffective leader, leading his forces into chaos before being captured and meeting a brave end. We also witness Monmouths dramatic return from Holland, where he audaciously declares himself king on June 20, 1685. His subsequent defeat at the Battle of Sedgemoor and eventual execution casts him as a tragic hero in this historical account. The chapter concludes with the harrowing Bloody Assizes and the infamous Judge Jeffries. Summary by Jim Mowatt.
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    10 mins