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On the 24th March 1603 at Richmond Palace Elizabeth I died. She had not named a successor, but James VI of Scotland was proclaimed king in London that same day, and he headed south to accede to the English throne. What sort of man was he, and how had his rule in Scotland shaped his character?
Steven Veerapen joins to discuss James, his rule, the union of the crowns of Scotland and England and the new show Mary & George which has been making waves in its depiction of the Stuart court.
Steven Veerapen Links
The Wisest Fool: The Lavish Life of James VI/I
Steven's episode on Elizabeth I
Steven on X
Aspects of History Links
Ollie on X
Get in touch: [email protected]
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On the 24th March 1603 at Richmond Palace Elizabeth I died. She had not named a successor, but James VI of Scotland was proclaimed king in London that same day, and he headed south to accede to the English throne. What sort of man was he, and how had his rule in Scotland shaped his character?
Steven Veerapen joins to discuss James, his rule, the union of the crowns of Scotland and England and the new show Mary & George which has been making waves in its depiction of the Stuart court.
Steven Veerapen Links
The Wisest Fool: The Lavish Life of James VI/I
Steven's episode on Elizabeth I
Steven on X
Aspects of History Links
Ollie on X
Get in touch: [email protected]
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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