56.1 Glorious Revolution 1688

In 1688 a large invasion arrived in England from the Dutch Republic, led by William of Orange. It was a risky move, driven partly out of fear of the English allying with Louis XIV of France, who was threatening to attack his country. King James II of England was fast losing popular support for his Catholic sympathies, a fact exploited in William's propaganda to the English.

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Music: Henry Purcell (Overture in G minor, Gordion Knot Untied)

Intro by Nico Vettese (wetalkofdreams.com)

Picture: William III Landing at Brixham, Torbay

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