James I and Catholics

Religious divisions reappear

1618-25

What increased religious polarisation

The outbreak of the 30 years war

What heightened fears about the international spread of Catholicism?

The Spanish match/marriage negotiations

Initially, what was James’ attitude towards Catholics?

Tolerant

The Gunpowder plot

1605

Plot to remove the king and his government

Led by Robert Catesby

Consequences of the Gunpowder Plot, 1605

Recusancy fines increased

Catholics forbidden to live in or near London

Catholics forbidden to hold public office

Required to take oath of allegience- opposed by Pope

After the Gunpowder plot:

Catholics gave James no further trouble until after outbreak of 30 years war

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