Clare Jackson

Historian Clare Jackson, an Honorary Professor at Trinity Hall, Cambridge, explores the multifaceted legacy of James VI & I, revealing how violence influenced his approach to diplomacy and religion. She challenges stereotypes surrounding him and discusses his vision for a united Britain, including the origin of the Union Jack. Jackson also examines James's extensive European diplomacy and his response to the Gunpowder Plot, alongside his controversial policies in Ireland and North America. A fascinating dive into a king often overshadowed by others.