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587. Mary, Queen of Scots: Murder Most Foul (Part 4)

The Rest Is History

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Betrayal in the Scottish Court

This chapter explores the political intrigue surrounding Mary, Queen of Scots, and her secretary David Rizzio, whose rise and fall exemplifies courtly betrayal. It details the conspiracies led by figures like the Earl of Morton and William Maitland, manipulating situations to tarnish Rizzio's reputation and ultimately orchestrate his assassination. The episode culminates in a dramatic depiction of the night of Rizzio's murder, revealing the unsettling dynamics of trust and treachery that enveloped Mary during her reign.

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