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A Love That Led to Ruin

Author
Claire Ridgway
Published
Sun 16 Feb 2025
Episode Link
https://tudorhistory.podbean.com/e/a-love-that-led-to-ruin/

Mary, Queen of Scots & Lord Darnley
 
On 17th February 1565, Mary, Queen of Scots met Henry Stuart, Lord Darnley—and fell in love. It seemed like the perfect match: Darnley was young, charming, handsome, and of royal blood, with claims to both the Scottish and English thrones.
 
But what started as a passionate romance quickly became Mary’s greatest mistake.
 
- Darnley’s ambition and arrogance turned him against Mary.
- He conspired with her enemies and took part in a brutal murder.
- Their marriage fueled rebellion, alienated her allies, and gave Elizabeth I the advantage.
- His shocking murder in 1567 implicated Mary and led to her downfall.
 
What if Mary had never met Darnley? Would she have kept her throne? 
 
Listen now as I unravel the love story that changed history! 
 
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