Kateryn Parr on Film: Firebrand

Kateryn Parr on Film: Firebrand

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Charles II: Restoration of the Monarchy

From clinging to a tree while evading capture, his face blackened with soot, to triumphantly sailing home to reclaim his crown — the story of Charles II is one of survival, spectacle, and transformation. Professor Suzannah Lipscomb guides us through the Restoration, tracing life ...  Show more

Why Cromwell's Republic Failed

After the execution of King Charles I, England became a Republic for the only time in its history. Yet why was this revolutionary moment so short-lived? Why did Oliver Cromwell’s Commonwealth collapse?Professor Suzannah Lipscomb explores its rise and demise with a panel of expert ...  Show more

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