Memoirs of the Jacobites of 1715 and 1745. Volume II. by Mrs. A. T. Thomson
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"Memoirs of the Jacobites of 1715 and 1745. Volume II" by Mrs. A. T. Thomson is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book delves into the lives and experiences of significant Jacobite figures from the two major uprisings in the early 18th century, particularly focusing on their loyalty to the Stuart cause. Through detailed narration, it aims to illuminate the motivations, struggles, and fates of these historical personalities, with
a significant spotlight on the Earl of Nithisdale and his courageous wife. At the start of the volume, the narrative introduces William Maxwell, Earl of Nithisdale, highlighting his noble lineage and the deep-rooted loyalty of his family to the Stuart monarchy. It recounts the historical background of the Maxwells, their ties to key events in Scottish history, and culminates in the tumultuous period of the Jacobite uprisings. The section sets the stage for exploring the complex character of Lord Nithisdale, his noble heritage, and the scheming dynamics of Scottish clans as they align for or against the revolutionary movements. It also emphasizes the personal qualities that shaped the Earl and his adherence to the Stuart cause amid the political upheavals of the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Thomson, A. T., Mrs., 1797-1862 |
|---|---|
| Title | Memoirs of the Jacobites of 1715 and 1745. Volume II. |
| Contents | William Maxwell, earl of Nithisdale -- William Gordon, viscount Kenmure -- William Murray, marquis of Tullibardine -- Sir John Maclean -- Rob Roy Macgregor Campbell -- Simon Fraser, lord Lovat. |
| Credits |
Produced by Susan Skinner, Ted Garvin and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 59.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Jacobite Rebellion, 1745-1746 |
| Subject | Jacobites |
| Subject | Jacobite Rebellion, 1715 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 20947 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-20947-0 |
| Release Date | Mar 31, 2007 |
| Last Update | Apr 2, 2007 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1462 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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