Memoirs of the Jacobites of 1715 and 1745. Volume III. by Mrs. A. T. Thomson

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Author Thomson, A. T., Mrs., 1797-1862
Title Memoirs of the Jacobites of 1715 and 1745. Volume III.
Note Reading ease score: 61.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Contents Lord George Murray -- James Drummond, duke of Perth -- Flora Macdonald -- William Boyd, earl of Kilmarnock -- Charles Radcliffe.
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Summary "Memoirs of the Jacobites of 1715 and 1745. Volume III." by Mrs. A. T. Thomson is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The work delves into the lives and events surrounding the Jacobite uprisings, focusing on noteworthy figures and their roles in the political tensions between the Jacobites and the Hanoverian government. The narratives are set against the backdrop of Scotland's tumultuous history, particularly highlighting important individuals like Lord George Murray, James Drummond, and Flora Macdonald. At the start of this volume, the author provides a preface acknowledging the contributions of various individuals to her research, indicative of meticulous historical scholarship. The text immediately introduces Lord George Murray, a key figure of the Jacobite cause, and outlines his lineage and the political dynamics within his family. The early chapters explore his upbringing and the influence of significant historical events like the Jacobite rebellions of 1715 and 1745 on his life, setting the stage for a detailed examination of his character and military endeavors. As the narrative progresses, readers are teased with insights into the complexities of loyalty, family ties, and the strategic decisions that shaped the fate of the Jacobite cause during these pivotal uprisings. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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
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