Monmouth Rebellion

The Monmouth Rebellion of 1685, also known as the Pitchfork Rebellion, was an attempt to overthrow the King of England, James II, who became king when his elder brother, Charles II, died on 6 February 1685. James II was unpopular because he was Roman Catholic and many people were opposed to a "papist" king. James Scott, 1st Duke of Monmouth, claimed to be rightful heir to the throne and attempted to displace James II.

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1685 - King of England - James II - Charles II - 6 February - Roman Catholic - Papist - James Scott - Duke of Monmouth

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The rebellion ended with the defeat of Monmouth's forces at Battle of Sedgemoor on 6 July 1685 (often, rather incorrectly, said to be the last pitched battle on English soil). Monmouth was executed for treason on 15 July, and many of his supporters were executed or transported in the Bloody Assizes of Judge Jeffreys.

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Battle of Sedgemoor - 6 July - 1685 - Executed - Treason - 15 July - Transported - Bloody Assizes - Judge Jeffreys

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