The Gunpowder Plot of November 5, 1605 was a failed attempt by a group of English Catholics to kill King James I of England and blow up both houses of parliament. 17th Century England was ruled by a protestant king, and dominated by a protestant aristocracy. Catholics were persecuted during the rule of King James I, and Catholic intolerance led to the desire to overthrow Protestant rule. The plot proved unsuccessful, as many of the conspirators were caught, tortured, and executed.
Fast Facts:
- Also known as the "Powder Treason"
- The plan was the brainchild of Robert Catesby
- Guy Fawkes is the most famous of the conspirators
- November 5th is celebrated annually by the people of the United Kingdom as Guy Fawkes Day
- Plotters:
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"Remember remember the fifth of November Gunpowder, treason and plot. I see no reason why gunpowder, treason Should ever be forgot..."
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