The Rest Is History

144. The Trial of Charles I Part 2

Jan 28, 2022

Professor Ted Vallance, an expert on the English Civil War, joins to discuss the trial and execution of Charles I, which took place 373 years ago. They debate whether Charles' execution was an act of treason or justice. The conversation sheds light on the courtroom dynamics, highlighting the king's composure despite serious charges. Vallance emphasizes the trial's impact on public perception of monarchy and authority, and the emotional weight of Charles' farewell to his children underscores the event's historical significance. The discussion also connects the execution to 18th-century revolutionary thought.

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Ted Vallance

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Episode notes

Intro

2min

Exploring the Trial of Charles I: Part Two

2min

The Trial of Charles I: A Shift in Power

14min

Trials of Monarchy and Mindfulness

9min

The Final Moments of Charles I

18min

The Legacy of Charles I's Execution in Revolutionary Thought

3min

Tune in to hear the second part of The Rest Is History's take on the execution of Charles I and its aftermath.

Charles I was executed 373 years ago to the day on 30th January. But was his killing a sinful act of treason or merely one of retributive justice?

Tom and Dominic welcome back Professor Ted Vallance from the University of Roehampton to explore one of the most extraordinary events in British history.

Producer: Dom Johnson

Exec Producer: Tony Pastor

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