In this episode of Casey Simpson's Living History podcast, King Charles I, the 17th-century monarch of England, Scotland, and Ireland, is the featured guest. The conversation explores Charles I’s reign, emphasizing his commitment to the divine right of kings, which fueled tensions with Parliament and ignited the English Civil War. Charles discusses his Personal Rule, the Bishops’ Wars, and the escalating conflicts that led to his 1649 trial and execution. The episode touches on key moments, such as the Siege of Drogheda, where Cromwell’s forces killed thousands, with surviving Royalist soldiers deported to Barbados as indentured laborers. Casey Simpson draws out Charles I’s perspective on his controversial policies, his vision for monarchy, and the chaotic events that defined his reign, providing listeners with an engaging window into this transformative period.
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