Historical Events tagged with "bigods"
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Bigod's Rebellion Against English Reformation
A significant armed insurrection led by Robert Bigod emerged in 1537, primarily in response to the sweeping changes initiated by the English Reformation. This rebellion saw participants rallying in Yorkshire, driven by their discontent over the dissolution of monasteries and the imposition of Protestant reforms. The dissidents viewed these actions as a direct attack on the Catholic faith and the traditional way of life, leading to a call to arms against the Crown’s policies. It reflected a deep-rooted resistance against the religious changes enforced by King Henry VIII and his government.
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