History - Carolyn M Cash - Writer and Historian

The Birth of James Francis Edward Stuart

Posted on 27 July 201625 April 2026 by Carolyn Cash

The Old Pretender was born amidst controversy as the Warming-pan Baby, and survived against all odds.

The Battle of Sedgemoor

Posted on 26 July 201625 April 2026 by Carolyn Cash

The Monmouth Rebellion was an attempt to overthrow the new Catholic king James II and ended in defeat at Sedgemoor.

James Duke of Monmouth

Posted on 26 July 201625 April 2026 by Carolyn Cash

James Crofts was the eldest and most beloved of Charles II’s horde of illegitimate children but his dramatic life was destined to end in tragedy.

The Restoration: Charles II and His Kingdoms

Posted on 25 July 201626 April 2026 by Carolyn Cash

Charles II made his triumphant royal entry into London to reclaim his three kingdoms on 29 May 1660. Many who welcomed the Restoration were soon disappointed.

Charles II of England, Scotland and Ireland (1660-1685)

Posted on 25 July 201626 April 2026 by Carolyn Cash

Charles II was best known as the Merry Monarch but his reign also saw the rise of colonisation and trade in India, the East Indies and America.

The Great Plague of London

Posted on 21 July 201626 April 2026 by Carolyn Cash

The Great Plague was the biggest epidemic since the Black Death, as one-sixth of London’s population perished as the wealthy fled to their country estates.

Rebuilding London After The Great Fire

Posted on 21 July 201626 April 2026 by Carolyn Cash

A massive rebuilding programme took place after London’s Great Fire in 1666 and took about fifty years to complete.

The Great Fire of London: The Dreadful Judgement

Posted on 20 July 201626 April 2026 by Carolyn Cash

The Great Fire of London destroyed most of the medieval city within days. Some believed it was God’s judgement upon a sinful city, including Charles II’s debauched court.

The Overbury Murder: Lust, adultery, corruption and witchcraft at James I’s Court

Posted on 27 June 201625 April 2026 by Carolyn Cash

Sir Thomas Overbury’s murder caused a major scandal during James I’s reign. It damaged the monarchy and James’ court was condemned as evil and corrupt.

Henry VII (1485-1509): The Businessman King

Posted on 7 June 201626 April 2026 by Carolyn Cash

Henry VII brought peace, prosperity and national pride to England. His reign ended the bloody Wars of the Roses. He became an outstandingly successful English king.

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The Birth of James Francis Edward Stuart

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The Battle of Sedgemoor

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James Duke of Monmouth

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The Restoration: Charles II and His Kingdoms

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Charles II of England, Scotland and Ireland (1660-1685)

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The Great Plague of London

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Rebuilding London After The Great Fire

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The Great Fire of London: The Dreadful Judgement

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