249. Treason in Modern Britain (Part 2)
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Treason and Transformation: Power Struggles in Post-Civil War Britain
This chapter explores the evolving concept of treason in England, emphasizing the shift from viewing it as an act against the monarchy to one against the populace. It highlights the political turmoil following the civil wars, including the trials of regicides, the brutal executions of the time, and the introduction of the Act of Indemnity and Oblivion. The discussion reflects on the broader transition towards a political landscape that embraced dissent, signaling a significant change in governance under Charles II.
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