Not Just the Tudors Bonnie Prince Charlie & the Jacobite Rebellion
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Jul 24, 2025 
Join Professor Allan McInnes, a scholar of early modern history, as he delves into the complex saga of Bonnie Prince Charlie and the Jacobite Rebellion. Discover the motivations behind this dramatic uprising and the pivotal events like the Glorious Revolution and the Battle of Culloden. McInnes reveals how unexpected factors, such as cattle disease, shaped key battles and explores the brutal reprisals against Highland clansmen. The discussion highlights the cultural ramifications of the rebellion and its lasting impact on Scottish identity.
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Root Causes of Jacobitism
- The Jacobite cause originated from political power struggles tied to James II/VII's Catholicism and his autocratic style.
- The Glorious Revolution of 1688 triggered near-century division and rebellions rooted in these religious and power conflicts.
Ireland as Jacobite Conflict Center
- Ireland was the major Jacobite conflict stage from 1689 to 1691, with the Siege of Derry as a key event.
- Irish Catholics naturally supported James II, but Protestant resistance prolonged conflicts ending with Jacobite defeat.
Battle of Aughrim's Greater Impact
- The Battle of Aughrim was more decisive than the Battle of the Boyne though less remembered.
- James II's defeat at Boyne led to his flight and the loss of Jacobite momentum in Ireland.